Cash Offer vs. Traditional Listing: Which is Right for You?

The Real Numbers Behind Each Option

When most people think about selling their home, they picture a "For Sale" sign in the yard and an agent hosting open houses. But cash offers have become an increasingly popular alternative — especially in Southern California's competitive market.

Let's break down the real numbers.

Traditional Listing: The Full Cost

For a $500,000 home sold through a traditional listing:

Cost	Amount
Agent Commission (5.5%)	$27,500
Closing Costs (2%)	$10,000
Repairs & Staging	$15,000
Holding Costs (4 months)	$10,000
**Total Costs**	**$62,500**
**You Keep**	**$437,500**

Timeline: 3-6 months with no guarantee of closing.

Cash Offer from Fellow Homes

For the same $500,000 home:

Cost	Amount
Agent Commission	$0
Closing Costs	$0
Repairs	$0
Holding Costs	$0
**Cash Offer (85%)**	**$425,000**
**You Keep**	**$425,000**

Timeline: 14 days, guaranteed.

The Surprise: The Gap Is Smaller Than You Think

In this example, the difference is just $12,500 — but with a traditional sale, you're spending 4+ months of stress, dozens of showings, and risking the deal falling through. 15% of traditional sales fall through before closing.

When Cash Offers Win

• You need to sell in under 30 days
• Your home needs significant repairs
• You want certainty (no financing contingencies)
• You're going through foreclosure, divorce, or probate
• You don't want to deal with showings and strangers in your home

When Traditional Listings Win

• Your home is in excellent condition
• You have 6+ months and no time pressure
• You're in a hot seller's market with multiple offers
• You can afford to invest in staging and repairs

Get Both Options — For Free

Call Fellow Homes at 310-845-6551 for a no-obligation cash offer. Compare it to what an agent quotes, and make the decision that's right for you. No pressure, no sales tactics.