Cash Offer vs. Realtor vs. iBuyer in DC, Maryland & Virginia
Before you decide how to sell your DC Metro home, see a side-by-side breakdown of every option. No spin — just the facts so you can make the best decision for your situation.
Get My Free Cash Offer →Capitol Cash Offer vs. Realtor vs. National iBuyer
DC Metro homes listed with agents take an average of 90+ days to sell and cost sellers 6–8% in fees. National iBuyers charge 5–8% in service fees. We charge zero — and close in 7 days.
| Category | ✅ Capitol Cash Offer | ⚠️ Traditional Realtor | ❌ iBuyer (Opendoor etc.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fees & Commissions | ✓0% — Zero fees | ✗Up to 6% agent fees | ✗5–8% service fees |
| Closing Costs | ✓We pay everything | ✗You pay ~2% | ~Varies by deal |
| Time to Close | ✓As fast as 7 days | ✗60–90+ days avg | ~30–60 days |
| Repairs Required | ✓None — as-is | ✗Buyer demands repairs | ✗Condition deductions |
| Showings | ✓Zero showings | ✗Weekly/daily showings | ✓No showings |
| Financing Guarantee | ✓All cash — guaranteed | ✗Bank approval required | ✓Cash |
| Deal Fall-Through Risk | ✓Virtually zero | ✗30%+ fall through | ~Low but possible |
| Personal Service | ✓Direct with Gavin | ~Depends on agent | ✗Call center / algorithm |
| Local Market Knowledge | ✓Deep DMV expertise | ~Varies by agent | ✗National algorithm |
| Lock-in Contracts | ✓No obligation | ✗6-month listing lock | ~Short cancellation window |
Why DC Metro Homeowners Choose Capitol Cash Offer
For many situations, selling to a cash buyer is simply the smartest financial decision — even if the offer price is slightly lower than a listing price. Here's why the math works.
No Commission = More Money
A 6% agent commission on a $400,000 DC Metro home is $24,000 out of your pocket. Add repairs, staging, and carrying costs — our zero-fee offer often nets you more.
Time Is Money
Every month your DC home sits on the market costs you mortgage payments, HOA fees, insurance, and utilities. Closing in 7 days eliminates months of carrying costs.
Repair Costs Add Up Fast
Pre-listing repairs in the DC Metro market average $15,000–$40,000. Selling as-is means zero out-of-pocket — we handle everything after closing.
Certainty Has Real Value
30% of traditional sales in DC, Virginia, and Maryland fall through after going under contract. Our cash offer doesn't depend on bank approvals or appraisals — it's guaranteed.
Zero Stress
No open houses, no strangers walking through, no endless negotiations, no waiting. One call, one offer, one closing. That peace of mind is worth something real.
True DC Metro Coverage
Unlike national iBuyers that cherry-pick markets, we buy everywhere in the DC TV market — DC, all of Northern Virginia, and throughout Maryland.
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