LaTanya was happy with how quick and easy it was to sell her rental

Selling a rental property can be stressful, especially when the tenants haven’t kept the house in great condition. Many landlords feel stuck between making expensive repairs, trying to evict tenants, or waiting for months to sell on the open market.

That’s exactly the position LaTanya found herself in. She owned a rental house in New Orleans East that had been rented out since before Hurricane Katrina. Over the years, the property had suffered from tenant neglect and deferred maintenance. LaTanya was ready to move on but didn’t want the headaches of fixing the home or dealing with realtor showings.

So, she reached out to Home Buyer Louisiana for a faster, easier solution.

The Challenge

• The house had been a rental for years, and the tenants didn’t take good care of it.
• The roof was leaking, the floors were ripped up, the shower was cracked, and the property hadn’t been cleaned in a long time.
• LaTanya worried about how long it would take to list the property and whether an agent would require her to make repairs before selling.
• She didn’t want to put any more money or energy into the house, she just wanted a clean break.

The Solution

LaTanya reached out to us at Home Buyer Louisiana because she had heard we buy houses as-is, even with tenants in place. She didn’t have to evict anyone, repair anything, or even clean the house before selling.

Here’s how we helped:

• Quick offer: We inspected the property and gave her a fair cash offer within a day.
• Fast closing: We closed in just 2 weeks, right on her timeline.
• As-is condition: No repairs, inspections, or cleaning required.
• Tenant transition: We bought the property with tenants in place, removing that stress from her shoulders.

The Outcome

LaTanya walked away with cash in her pocket, peace of mind, and no lingering landlord headaches. She said she was impressed with how easy our team made the process and how fast she sold her property.

Instead of spending months dealing with repairs and showings, she was able to sell her rental property fast and move forward with her life.

Common Seller Questions

Q: Can I sell a rental property if my tenants haven’t taken care of it?
A: Yes! We regularly buy houses with deferred maintenance, code violations, or tenant-related issues. You don’t have to fix anything.

Q: Do I need to wait until tenants move out before I sell?
A: Not at all. We purchase houses with tenants still in place. We’ll handle the transition after closing.

Q: How quickly can you close?
A: We can often close in as little as 8 days, depending on your situation.

Local Insight

This house was located in New Orleans East, a part of the city where we frequently buy houses. Many properties here are older rentals that need updates or repairs, and we’re happy to purchase them as-is.

If you have a property in New Orleans East, Gentilly, 9th Ward, Slidell or Arabi and you’re thinking about selling, we’d love to talk to you. Even if you decide not to sell to us, we’ll give you honest feedback and help you understand your options. We also buy in Baton Rouge and the MS Gulf Coast.

Final Thoughts

LaTanya’s story shows that selling a rental property doesn’t have to be stressful or time-consuming. With Home Buyer Louisiana, you can skip the repairs, avoid realtor commissions, and sell directly to a local cash buyer who understands the market.

If you’re ready to explore your options, reach out to us today. We’d be happy to give you a fair, no-obligation cash offer.