What is the cost of selling a house to We Buy Ugly Houses® in Milwaukee?
We have no hidden fees, charge no commissions, and pay typical closing costs.†
Here’s why more homeowners trust us over the other buyers.
When selling your house the traditional way, you can expect to spend about 10% of the sales price on various fees and charges. But if you sell to We Buy Ugly Houses®, a reputable “as is” home buyer in Milwaukee, we cover many of the costs, ensuring a less complicated and straightforward sale.
We Buy Ugly Houses covers most typical house-selling fees to make the sale simple. When you sell to us, you can avoid the following typical costs:
- Typical closing costs: According to Forbes, some of the items included in closing costs include “Lender fees, third-party fees, prepaid items (such as escrow deposits if applicable), appraisal fees, origination and underwriting fees, attorney’s fees, and discount points.” These generally add up to around 2%–5% of the purchase price.
- Pre-sale home inspection: Prices for inspections vary in Milwaukee. According to HomeBlue, “Home inspection cost in Milwaukee, Wisconsin ranges from$310 to $730 depending on the size of your house.” We Buy Ugly Houses buys houses “as is,” meaning you don’t have to pay for a pre-sale inspection. Our property buyers generally perform the inspection themselves when they tour your house.
- Seller concessions: Seller concessions are perks that sellers throw in to entice buyers, such as paying for repairs and paying some or all of the closing costs. When you sell to We Buy Ugly Houses, you don’t have to deal with that.
- Home improvements: Selling to us means there’s no need to invest in upgrades or expensive repairs. We buy houses “as is,” even if your house needs major repairs such as a new roof or replacement of old wiring. Sometimes, it makes sense to skip the repairs and let us do them instead. As Realtor.com says, “By selling your home ‘as is,’ you can save time and money that would otherwise be spent on renovations and repairs."
- Home staging: When selling to us “as is,” you don't have to declutter, depersonalize, and stage. According to Zillow, “a verbal consultation ranges between $200 and $525 for a 2,001- to 2,500-square-foot home. Full vacant-home staging ranges from $2,900 to $5,250, on average.”
- Title insurance: We cover the costs of title insurance, ensuring a clear and hassle-free transfer of ownership. Houzeo states that “title policies in Wisconsin usually cost about 0.5% to 1.0% of the home’s sale price.”
With all of these benefits, it’s important to remember that you may not always get top dollar for your house when you sell to us.
Fees not covered by We Buy Ugly Houses®
While We Buy Ugly Houses® covers a lot of expenses, there are a few costs that the seller must pay.
- Moving costs: Sellers are responsible for the cost of moving their belongings to their new place. But if there are any items that you would rather not move, you can leave them behind and we’ll take care of them for you.
- Mortgage payoff: If you sell your Milwaukee house to We Buy Ugly Houses, you handle paying off any outstanding mortgage on your property.
- Capital gains taxes: A capital gains tax is a tax that’s paid after you sell your house. It’s based on your income, tax status, and increased value of your home. Say you bought your house for $80,000 and sold it for $100,000—your capital gain would be your profit of $20,000. There are variables to the amount you pay and there are also some exemptions, so check out the Wisconsin Revenue website for more information.
- Property taxes: Property taxes are due once a year but can be paid monthly. Paying the property tax is the seller’s responsibility.
- Transfer taxes: Transfer taxes in Wisconsin are based on the sale price of your property, at $0.30 for every $100 of the purchase price. The seller is responsible for paying transfer taxes.
Sell Your House to We Buy Ugly Houses® and pay no hidden costs or commissions.
Selling your house in Milwaukee the traditional way via a real estate agent or FSBO (for sale by owner) means taking many steps and typically involves long waits and sometimes concessions and lengthy negotiations. If you sell to We Buy Ugly Houses®, we can provide you with a streamlined, simple, and quick sale.
The speed of a house sale with We Buy Ugly Houses is hard to beat. We can sometimes close in as little as 3 weeks, cutting down on holding costs and allowing you to move on with your life quickly. When you sell your house to us, you also don’t have to deal with repairs and concessions.
Whether you're relocating, inheriting a property, or simply looking to sell your house quickly without the typical upfront expenses, we offer a reliable solution. Our process is designed to be transparent and efficient, providing you with a stress-free experience from start to finish.
Contact We Buy Ugly Houses today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with one of our friendly Milwaukee property buyers. Discover how easy it can be to sell your house “as is.” Let us help you simplify your real estate sale and move forward with confidence.
We help home sellers in Milwaukee.
Selling to We Buy Ugly Houses is an excellent choice if you want to sell your house fast without making any repairs or updates. Pocket the hefty real estate agent fees you’d normally pay with a traditional sale. We have no hidden fees and pay typical closing costs.
