Selling fast for cash isn’t right for everyone. In this Central PA–focused episode, Brian and Chris give you a straight-shooting framework to decide. You’ll hear a 10-question yes/no test, a score guide, and a simple way to compare cash offer net vs realistic list net—plus seven vetting questions to avoid bad terms. We keep it no-pressure, neighborly, and honest.
Key Takeaways
The 10-Question Test helps you decide in minutes whether speed, certainty, and as-is convenience matter more than squeezing every dollar.
Score guide: 0–3 = list first, 4–7 = compare paths, 8–10 = cash sale often best (if terms are clean).
Always vet cash buyers: proof of funds, fees, earnest money, inspection terms, who pays closing costs, firm timeline, transparent math.
Compare two numbers: cash offer net vs list net after repairs, commissions, concessions, and holding costs.
Download the check list here: https://tinyurl.com/sell-4-cash-test
Recap (Central PA) In under 10 minutes, Brian and Chris walk through 10 yes/no questions that reflect real situations we see across Lancaster, Harrisburg, York, Lebanon, Reading, and Lititz. If speed, certainty, and an as-is sale fit your season of life—or the property is tough to show—your score will likely point to a reputable local cash buyer. If your home can show well and you can wait, listing often wins on price. Either way, run the numbers and vet the terms. Call 717-321-SOLD for a no-pressure side-by-side comparison.
Episode Chapters (for a 9:31 video)
00:00 – Welcome & goal
00:28 – The direct answer (cash vs listing)
01:02 – How scoring works
01:30 – Q1: Need to sell in 7–30 days?
01:50 – Q2: Need to sell as-is?
02:10 – Q3: Listing would be hard/stressful?
02:32 – Q4: Certainty > absolute top price?
02:52 – Q5: Showings/staging a burden?
03:10 – Q6: Inheritance/divorce/liens/code issues?
03:30 – Q7: Need flexible closing date?
03:48 – Q8: Vacant/rental/hard to manage?
04:06 – Q9: Want to avoid listing costs/delays?
04:26 – Q10: Comfortable trading some price for simplicity?
04:45 – Tally your score
05:05 – What your score means (0–3, 4–7, 8–10)
06:00 – 7 vetting questions for any buyer
08:10 – Compare two numbers: cash net vs list net
09:00 – How we help / closing
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