How to Spot Fake Cash Offers | QuickWorth Blog
Don’t get lowballed, ghosted, or scammed — here’s how to protect yourself
If you're thinking about selling your house for cash, chances are you've seen ads everywhere: We buy houses! Cash offer today! Close in 7 days! But how do you know which offers are real — and which buyers you can actually trust?
Here’s how to tell the difference between real, professional buyers and the ones that waste your time (or worse).
1. Watch for “Too Good to Be True” Offers
Some companies will give you a high offer just to lock you in — and then drop the price days before closing. This tactic is common with wholesalers or unqualified buyers who never intended to pay full price.
Red flag: They offer sight-unseen pricing with no clear explanation of how they got the number.
Quick tip: A legit buyer will back their offer with comps and clear reasoning.
2. Ask: Will You Be the One Buying My House?
Many “cash buyers” are actually middlemen. They don’t have the funds to buy your house — they’re just trying to flip your deal to someone else for a profit.
Red flag: If they avoid answering whether they’re the end buyer, they probably aren’t.
Quick tip: Ask clearly: Are you the buyer or are you assigning this to someone else?
3. Check for a Local Presence
Out-of-state investors often make blind offers and ghost sellers when things get complicated. If the company doesn’t know your neighborhood, they’re more likely to back out or send lowball renegotiations after inspection.
Red flag: No local phone number, no office, no real people to meet.
Quick tip: Work with buyers who live and operate in the area — like QuickWorth.
4. Avoid High-Pressure Sales Tactics
You should never feel rushed, threatened, or manipulated into accepting a cash offer. Real buyers will respect your timeline and give you space to decide.
Red flag: “You have to sign today or the offer’s off the table.”
Quick tip: A trustworthy buyer won’t make you feel like you’re being cornered.
5. Read Reviews & Ask for References
What past sellers say matters. Look for companies with real testimonials — ideally from people in your area — and don’t be afraid to ask for a reference or two.
Red flag: No reviews, or only vague ones that sound fake.
Quick tip: Search their name with “scam” or “reviews” and see what comes up.
Work with a Cash Buyer You Can Trust
At QuickWorth, we’re upfront, local, and fully transparent. We’ll walk you through your offer, explain exactly how we calculate it, and never change the number last-minute. No pressure. No surprises.
Want to see how we compare?
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