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In Texas a sale does not cancel an existing tenancy. The buyer takes the property subject to the lease already in place, inherits the tenant, and generally becomes responsible for the deposit. That rules out most retail buyers immediately, because the majority are buying a house to live in themselves.
Emptying the property before selling means a notice to vacate, a filing in the Justice of the Peace court if the tenant does not go, a hearing, and possibly a writ of possession. That is weeks at best, plus filing fees and often a lawyer — all spent before you have earned anything.
A tenant who did not choose to have the property sold has little reason to keep it presentable or to accommodate viewings. Access becomes a negotiation, and a property that shows badly sells slowly and for less.
Maintenance on a rental tends to be deferred until it becomes urgent, and turnover costs get postponed year after year. By the time you decide to exit, the list is long enough that a buyer's lender is likely to object to it.
Selling a rental is not treated like selling your own home. The depreciation you have claimed over the years is generally recaptured and taxed when you sell, on top of any capital gain, and the exclusion that protects a primary residence does not apply. It surprises people who had only budgeted for capital gains.
Calls at ten at night, chasing rent, arranging trades for somebody else's home. For most landlords the decision to sell is not about the numbers at all — it is about wanting the time back.
Every property is different. Here are three Houston-area homes we purchased as-is and how we helped the owners get them closed.
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Every property is different. Here are three Houston-area homes we purchased as-is and how we helped the owners get them closed.
The owner assumed the property had to be empty before it could be sold, and had been putting off the conversation with the tenant for months. It did not need to be empty. We bought it occupied, the tenant stayed where they were, and we closed in 28 days.
A landlord winding down a portfolio of ten rental houses, who did not want to spend two years selling them one at a time on the open market. We took the whole portfolio in a single transaction and closed in 19 days.
An eviction had already run its course and the owner was left with the property, the damage and no appetite to start again with a new tenant. We bought it exactly as the last tenant left it and closed in 29 days.
From Sharpstown, South Park, Edgebrook, Independence Heights and Kashmere Gardens to Spring, Cypress, Richmond, Kingwood, Crosby, Deer Park and La Porte. Single-family, duplexes, small multifamily and portfolios. If it is within about a two hour drive of Houston, we will look at it.
Address, whether it is occupied, and roughly what the rent is. If you have a portfolio, send the list — we would rather look at all of it at once.
We do not need the property empty or presentable, and we will not make the tenant’s life difficult. Often a single visit is enough.
Tenant currently in place
Tenant behind on rent
Property left damaged after an eviction
Lease with months still to run
Section 8 tenancy
Long-distance or out-of-state owner
Inherited a rental you never wanted
Deferred maintenance between tenants
Rent no longer covering the mortgage
Duplex, fourplex or small multifamily
Property manager just gave notice
Volcan Property Buyers
Traditional Agent / MLS
Cash offer within 24 hours
Weeks to months for offers
Close in as little as 7 days, on your timeline
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30–90+ day closing
No repairs needed
Repairs often required
No fees or commissions
5–6% commission
No showings
Multiple showings
Buy with tenants in place
Usually needs vacant possession
“I am so happy I chose Mynor and Volcan to help me with my investment all the process was smooth fun and professional I will definitely work with them again and recommend them thank you guys it was a pleasure”
Ofer M.
Houston, TX
“My husband and I were in a rush to sell our home and I came across Volcan Property Buyers. Scott helped us with the process and it was amazing how fast everything gotten done. I recommend Scott for anybody who’s looking to sell their home!”
Jartrice C.
Katy, TX
“Volcan Property buyers exceeded my expectations! They helped me sell my house quickly and efficiently, and the offer was fair and reasonable. The team was professional, responsive, and made the entire process stress-free. Mynor was quick to answer my questions throughout the process.”
Diana R.
Houston, TX
