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We buy houses in Tampa and Hillsborough County in any condition. No repairs, no agents, no fees. A fair cash offer within 24 hours and a closing in 3 to 4 weeks, on your timeline.

Juan and Castilia Cava — cash home buyers serving Tampa and Hillsborough County
Hi, we're Juan and Castilia. We are not a call center or a national wholesaler. We are a husband and wife team who work directly with Tampa homeowners one conversation at a time. When you call us, one of us picks up.

Trusted by Hillsborough County homeowners

No Repairs or Cleaning
No Commissions or Fees
Zero Obligation. Ever.
Close in 3 to 4 Weeks
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We Buy Houses in Tampa, FL. Any Condition, Any Situation.

Every week we talk to Tampa homeowners carrying the weight of a property they need to move on from. The situations are different. The feeling is the same. Whatever brought you here we have seen it and we can help.

House with major repairs needed — we buy houses as-is in Florida for cash
Major Repairs
Inherited or probate property — we buy inherited houses fast for cash in Florida
Inherited or Probate
Tired landlord selling rental property for cash in Florida — no repairs no eviction needed
Tired Landlord
House facing foreclosure in Florida — sell before foreclosure for cash fast
Facing Foreclosure
Selling house during divorce in Florida — fast cash sale no agents no delays
Going Through Divorce
Relocating for work and selling house fast for cash in Florida — close in 3 to 4 weeks
Relocating for Work
Fire damaged house sold for cash in Florida — we buy fire damaged homes as-is
Fire Damage
House with water damage sold for cash in Florida — we buy flood and water damaged homes
Water Damage
House with code violations sold for cash in Florida — we handle code violations at closing
Code Violations
Property with liens sold for cash in Florida — liens settled at closing no upfront payment
Property Liens
Vacant house sold for cash in Florida — we buy empty houses fast any condition
Vacant House
Selling house due to financial hardship in Florida — fast cash sale no fees no commissions
Financial Hardship

Tampa and Hillsborough County have been one of the fastest-growing real estate markets in the country over the past decade. But rapid growth does not mean every homeowner has an easy path to selling. Across Tampa we regularly work with homeowners dealing with older properties in neighborhoods like West Tampa, Seminole Heights, and Ybor City that need significant updates before they could compete on the traditional market. Landlords tired of managing rental properties in a market where tenant protections have tightened. Families navigating inherited properties left behind by parents or grandparents who settled here decades ago. And homeowners facing the financial pressure of carrying a property through Tampa's increasingly expensive insurance environment.

Hillsborough County also has unique challenges for sellers in distress. Older neighborhoods with aging infrastructure, flood zone exposure throughout the low-lying areas near Tampa Bay and the Hillsborough River, and a code enforcement environment that has become more active as the city has grown. These issues complicate traditional sales and often make a cash buyer the most practical option.

We buy houses through all of it. You do not need to resolve a single issue before you reach out. We handle the complexity so you do not have to.

If you have received a notice of default or your property is already in the foreclosure process you can check your filing status at the Hillsborough County Clerk's foreclosure portal. If you have an open code violation or lien through the City of Tampa you can find more information at the Tampa Neighborhood Enhancement division. Either way reach out to us first. We can tell you in one conversation what is possible given your situation.

Cash Home Buyers Serving Tampa and Hillsborough County

We buy houses across all of Hillsborough County. Whether your property is in a historic neighborhood in Tampa, a fast-growing suburb in Riverview, an established community in Brandon, or a rural area near Plant City we work with sellers across the entire county. You do not need to be in a specific zip code or price range to qualify.

Apollo Beach
Balm
Bloomingdale
Brandon
Carrollwood
Citrus Park
Dover
East Tampa
Egypt Lake-Leto
Fish Hawk
Gibsonton
Greater Northdale
Greater Carrollwood
Keystone
Lutz
Mango
Northdale
Palm River-Clair Mel
Plant City
Riverview
Ruskin
Seffner
Seminole Heights
Sun City Center
Tampa
Temple Terrace
Thonotosassa
Town N Country
University
Valrico
West Tampa
Westchase
Wimauma
Ybor City

Don't see your neighborhood? Hillsborough County is one of the largest counties in Florida. If you own a property anywhere in the county reach out and we will let you know right away.

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Sell Your Tampa Home As-Is. No Repairs Needed.

Tampa and Hillsborough County homes come with a specific set of challenges that make the traditional selling process slow, expensive, and complicated. Older housing stock in established neighborhoods, hurricane and tropical storm exposure, flood zone risk throughout low-lying areas near Tampa Bay and the Hillsborough River, and an active code enforcement environment mean that preparing a house for the traditional market often costs more than sellers expect. We buy houses exactly as they are. You do not touch a thing.

Hurricane and Wind Damage

Tampa Bay sits in one of the most hurricane-vulnerable corridors in the United States. Wind damage, roof failure, water intrusion, and structural issues from tropical storms and hurricanes are among the most common conditions we see in Hillsborough County homes. We buy storm-damaged houses as-is. No repairs required before closing.

Flood and Water Damage

Large portions of Hillsborough County sit in designated flood zones. Particularly the low-lying areas near Tampa Bay, Old Tampa Bay, Hillsborough Bay, and the Hillsborough River. Flood zone designation, storm surge exposure, and aging drainage infrastructure make water damage one of the most frequent issues sellers face across the county. The condition does not disqualify you.

Code Violations and Liens

Unpermitted additions, open permits, and code violations are extremely common in older Tampa neighborhoods like West Tampa, Seminole Heights, and Ybor City. These issues stop a traditional sale before it starts. We factor them into our offer and handle resolution after closing. You can search for open code violations and liens through the Tampa Neighborhood Enhancement division and search for outstanding city liens through the Tampa city lien search.

Aging Roof and 4-Point Failures

Florida insurers require a 4-point inspection on older homes. A roof that fails even one that is still functional can prevent a buyer from getting coverage and kill the deal. We do not require insurance approval. We buy the property regardless of roof age or condition.

Inherited and Probate Properties

Inherited properties in Hillsborough County often come with deferred maintenance, personal belongings left behind, and open probate matters. You do not need to clean out the property or wait for the estate to fully settle before reaching out. We work alongside title companies and attorneys to navigate the process. You can search open Hillsborough County probate matters at the Hillsborough County Clerk probate portal.

HOA Delinquencies and Special Assessments

Hillsborough County has thousands of HOA-governed communities. From the planned suburbs of Westchase and Fish Hawk to the communities of Brandon and Riverview. Delinquent dues, special assessments, and HOA fines are all liens against the property that get settled at closing from your proceeds. You do not need to pay them out of pocket before you sell. We factor every known HOA obligation into the offer upfront so there are no surprises.

Whatever condition your Tampa property is in we will make you an offer. The only thing we ask is that you are honest with us about what you know. We will be equally honest with you about the number we can get to and exactly how we got there.

How Tampa Homeowners Sell Their House for Cash in 3 Simple Steps

No open houses. No strangers walking through your home. No waiting months for a buyer to get financing approved. Three steps. No surprises. No pressure at any point.

Tell us about your Tampa property

Fill out the short form with your property address and contact information. No lengthy questionnaires, no commitment, no obligation. Just the first step of a real conversation with Juan or Castilia.

Get your free cash offer

We review your property using comparable sales data in your specific Hillsborough County neighborhood and call you within 24 hours with a fair cash offer. We walk you through exactly how we got to that number.

Pick your closing date and get paid

If the offer works for you we handle everything from there. You choose the closing date. Most Tampa sellers close in 3 to 4 weeks. You get paid by check or wire transfer on your chosen closing date.

You can walk away after step 1, step 2, or step 3. There is no pressure and no obligation at any point. We only move forward when it makes sense for you.

Why Tampa Homeowners Sell to Cash Buyers

The traditional selling process in Tampa has gotten more complicated over the past several years. Hillsborough County's rapid population growth has driven up property values but it has also driven up insurance costs dramatically. Particularly for older homes and properties in flood zones near Tampa Bay. Homeowners insurance premiums in the Tampa Bay area have risen sharply as carriers have pulled out of the Florida market or restructured their coverage. For sellers carrying a property while trying to list it traditionally those monthly costs add up fast.

A cash sale eliminates the insurance burden, the carrying costs, the uncertainty of a buyer's financing falling through, and the months of waiting. For Tampa homeowners who need to move on quickly or want the certainty of a clean close a cash offer is often the most practical path forward even when the number is slightly below the peak of the traditional market.

Selling Your Tampa House for Cash vs. Listing With an Agent

We believe in complete transparency. Before you decide anything here is an honest look at both paths available to Tampa homeowners. Know your options.

Path A. List with a Tampa agent
Repairs and staging before listing. Typically $15,000 to $60,000+ in Hillsborough County
Agent commissions of 5 to 6% paid at closing. On a $400K Tampa home that is $20,000 to $24,000
Average days on market in Hillsborough County plus 30 to 45 days to close. 3 to 6 months total.
Strangers walking through your home. Open houses. Showings on short notice.
Buyer financing can fall through. Deal collapses. You start over.
Path B. Sell to us as-is
No repairs, no staging, no cleaning. Zero out of pocket.
No agent commissions, no hidden fees. We cover closing costs.
Close in 3 to 4 weeks — or later if you need more time
100% private. No sign in your yard. No strangers in your home.
No financing contingencies. The deal does not fall through.

Both paths can get you to a similar number in a strong market. But when you factor in repair costs, commissions, carrying costs in Hillsborough County, and months of uncertainty. The gap narrows significantly.

Only one path gives you your time, your certainty, and your peace of mind back.

Want to understand every angle before you decide? Read the full pros and cons of a cash offer →

The Tampa Real Estate Market. What Cash Sellers Need to Know.

Tampa and Hillsborough County have undergone one of the most dramatic real estate transformations of any major Florida market over the past decade. Population growth, job creation, and an influx of out-of-state buyers drove values up sharply. But that growth has also created specific challenges for sellers in distress. Rising insurance costs, stricter code enforcement as the city modernizes, and a market that has cooled from its peak and become more selective about condition and location. For homeowners who need to sell quickly or are dealing with a complicated property a cash sale is often the clearest path forward.

Single Family Homes in Hillsborough County. The Cash Buyer Advantage.

The majority of sellers who reach out to us own single family homes in Hillsborough County. These are the properties that benefit most from a cash sale. Single family homes in the Tampa area carry costs and exposure that condos do not. Larger lots with aging infrastructure, full roof exposure to hurricane and wind events, flood zone risk in low-lying neighborhoods throughout Hillsborough County, and direct code compliance responsibility with no HOA to share the burden.

The single family market in Hillsborough County is also highly neighborhood-specific. A home in South Tampa or Westchase operates in a completely different market from a home in East Tampa or Wimauma. A cash buyer who understands the local market can make a fair offer on any of them without requiring the seller to renovate, stage, or wait for the right retail buyer.

We also buy condos in Hillsborough County when the situation calls for it. But our primary focus is single family homes because that is where we can move fastest and deliver the most value for the seller.

Companies That Buy Houses in Tampa, FL

There are two types of cash home buyers operating in Tampa. National iBuyers and large wholesale operations that process hundreds of transactions per month. And smaller, local buyers who work directly with sellers and take the time to understand each situation individually.

National buyers operate with rigid formulas. If your property does not fit their model due to price range, condition, or neighborhood you get declined or lowballed without explanation.

We are the second type. Every offer we make is built from the ground up using current Hillsborough County comparable sales data, a realistic assessment of repair costs, and an honest conversation about your situation and timeline. You will always know exactly how we got to your number. You can verify your property's assessed value and ownership history at the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser and review any recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, and liens through the Hillsborough County official records portal.

Hillsborough County Foreclosure. What Sellers Need to Know.

Florida is a judicial foreclosure state which means the lender must file a lawsuit and go through the court system before your property can be foreclosed. In Hillsborough County this process typically takes several months to over a year depending on court caseload and whether the foreclosure is contested. That timeline gives many sellers more options than they realize.

If your property has equity a cash sale before the foreclosure is finalized allows you to pay off the mortgage balance at closing, walk away with the remaining proceeds, and avoid a foreclosure judgment on your credit record. The sooner you reach out the more options we have. You can check the current status of any Hillsborough County foreclosure filing at the Hillsborough County Clerk's foreclosure portal.

Questions Tampa Sellers Ask Us

These are the questions we hear most often from Hillsborough County homeowners before they reach out. If your question is not here call us directly at 561-786-7720 and we will answer it straight.

Do you buy houses in all Hillsborough County communities including Plant City, Ruskin, and Wimauma?
Yes. We buy houses across every community in Hillsborough County regardless of size, location, or price range. Plant City, Ruskin, Wimauma, Sun City Center, and every other Hillsborough community are all areas we actively buy in. We evaluate every property on its own merits using comparable sales data specific to that neighborhood.
My Tampa house is in a flood zone near Tampa Bay. Does that affect your offer?
Flood zone designation affects the cost of ownership and we factor that into our assessment. But it does not disqualify your property. We buy houses in flood zones throughout Hillsborough County regularly. The designation is one factor in our offer calculation, not a reason to decline.
I inherited a Hillsborough County property that is still in probate. Can I sell it before the estate is settled?
In many cases yes. Florida allows the sale of a property during the probate process with court approval. We have worked with inherited Hillsborough County properties in various stages of probate and can connect you with the right title company and attorney for your situation. You can search open Hillsborough County probate matters at the Hillsborough County Clerk probate portal.
My Tampa house has hurricane or storm damage and my insurance claim was denied. Can you still buy it?
Yes. Hurricane and storm damage is one of the most common conditions we see in Hillsborough County. Tampa Bay's exposure to tropical storms and hurricanes means roof damage, water intrusion, and structural issues are extremely common. A denied or underpaid insurance claim does not disqualify your property. We buy the house in its current condition and factor the repair costs into our offer.
How do you determine the cash offer for a Tampa property?
We start with the current market value of comparable renovated single family homes in your specific Hillsborough County neighborhood. From there we subtract our estimated repair costs, closing costs, and margin. We walk you through every line of that calculation on our first call. You can review your property's current assessed value at the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser.
My Tampa property has a city lien or code violation. Can you still buy it?
Yes. City liens and code violations are extremely common in older Tampa neighborhoods and they do not disqualify your property. We factor known liens into our offer and handle resolution after closing. You can check for outstanding city liens at the Tampa city lien search and review open code enforcement matters through the Tampa Neighborhood Enhancement division.

Get a Fair Cash Offer for Your Tampa Home. No Obligation.

No more payments. No more repairs. No more carrying a property that is holding your life in place. Find out what your Tampa house is worth in one conversation. It costs you nothing to ask and you are under no obligation to accept.

Juan or Castilia will call you within 24 hours. Not a call center. Not an automated follow-up sequence. A real conversation with the two people who will be with you from the first call to the day you close.