Disasters don’t wait for the perfect time to strike. Whether it’s a sudden pipe burst, a house fire, storm damage, or a massive tree crash, Seattle homeowners know all too well how quickly a dream home can become unlivable. When this happens, many people find themselves stuck between two stressful options: should they try to rebuild with insurance money, or should they sell the home in its current state and move on?
At Georgia Buys, we’ve worked with many homeowners who’ve had to make this exact decision. Some choose to rebuild, and we’re happy to refer contractors. Others, looking for a faster and simpler way forward, decide to sell the home as-is to a cash buyer. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution, but knowing your options is the best place to start.
In November 2024, a powerful bomb cyclone swept through the greater Seattle area. Winds howled, trees cracked, and sadly, lives were lost. A close family friend of ours lived through it when a massive tree fell directly onto his home that he has lived in since 1996.
He was incredibly lucky. Though the home was severely damaged, he wasn’t critically injured. That wasn’t the case for others in the region, who tragically didn’t survive. Our friend had lived in that home for years, building and remodeling it through every phase of his life. It held memories. And for that reason, he chose to rebuild.
Even with solid financial footing and a well-known national insurance provider, the process was anything but smooth. From the day the tree fell to the day the claim was finalized and approved, it took 232 days. That’s over seven months of uncertainty.
During this time, adjusters went back and forth on every detail, analyzing photos, contracts, floor damage, and even trying to argue whether certain cracks and dust buildup had occurred before the storm. Contractors, unwilling to wait indefinitely, moved on to other jobs. The longer the wait, the harder everything became.
Struggling to figure out your next step after disaster? Georgia Buys offers simple, no-pressure solutions so you can move forward with confidence.
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Selling to a cash buyer may not be the first thing you think of, but for many homeowners, it’s the cleanest and fastest way to move on.
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Has your home suffered serious damage from a fire, flood, or fallen tree? Contact Georgia Buys today to find out if selling as-is is the right move for you.
There’s a myth that cash buyers swoop in to take advantage of people in difficult situations. Maybe some do business that way, but that’s not what we do at Georgia Buys.
Our goal is to give homeowners another option that doesn’t rely on long waits, insurance battles, or contractor delays. We meet you where you are, and we make a fair offer based on the condition of your home and the circumstances surrounding it.
We’ve helped homeowners after fires, floods, and even after trees came crashing down. We’ll never pressure you to sell. But if you’re ready, we’ll be here to walk you through the process step by step.
We’ve purchased homes in all sorts of post-disaster conditions, including:
If your home is too damaged for the market or too stressful to deal with, we’re ready to talk.
Every homeowner’s situation is different. If you have the time, money, and desire to rebuild, and you’re ready to wait out the insurance process, that might be the best choice for you. But if you’re looking to move on quickly without living in limbo or fighting red tape, a cash sale could offer the relief you’re looking for.
Either way, the most important thing is that you know your options.
Has your Seattle-area home been damaged by a storm, flood, or fire? You don’t have to face this alone. Our team at Georgia Buys is here to talk through your situation and offer options that fit your goals. No pressure, no pushy sales tactics.
Reach out to us today and let’s see how we can help you move forward.
