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Home of the Instant Offer™

The world-class Instant Offer calculator built on hyper-local comps — and why it's our moat.

Most "instant offers" are vague, opaque, or steer you into a single outcome. We built something different: a transparent, net-first Instant Offer Calculator that uses hyper-local comparable sales to estimate value, then shows you the smartest path forward.

Dec 27, 2025
Built for clarity
~2 min to complete
±400
Sqft Precision
3
Selling Options
<2m
Instant Results
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Watch how our Seller Partnership model helped this homeowner net more than a traditional sale — with less stress and complete transparency throughout the process.

$14K+
More Than Realtor Est.
21 Days
Address to Close
$0
Repairs Required
5.0 Google RatingServing homeowners nationwide since 2024

If you've ever typed "what is my house worth" into a search bar, you already know the problem: the internet loves certainty, but real estate is messy. Condition varies. Micro-neighborhoods behave differently. And the moment you ask a human for help, you can get trapped in a high-pressure sales loop.

So we built Home of the Instant Offer™ as both a flagship blog experience and a working tool. It's a hyper-local, comp-anchored Instant Offer Calculator that gives you a high-quality value range, then turns that into what matters for a seller: what you net.

Our thesis

The next decade of real estate belongs to companies that can deliver fast, transparent, net-optimized decisions. The Instant Offer Calculator is our wedge — and Seller Partnership / Novation is the engine that turns it into better outcomes.

What the Instant Offer Calculator actually is

At its core, an Instant Offer Calculator is a decision tool. It estimates a value range using comparable sales and property characteristics, then translates that into practical paths you can take. Our system illuminates tradeoffs: speed vs. net, certainty vs. upside, convenience vs. optimization.

Why it's our competitive moat

A moat is not a tagline. It's something that compounds. Our Instant Offer Calculator is the bridge that does three unusual things well:

  • It is net-first. We frame outcomes around what you actually keep.
  • It's designed for Seller Partnership / Novation. Our "preferred path" protects upside while removing friction.
  • It captures structured data. Every input improves downstream communication and speed.

How hyper-local comps work

Comps anchor the estimate to real behavior: what buyers actually paid for homes like yours. But more comps isn't always better. The best comp set is small, local, similar, and recent. That's why we cap comps at five and apply a ±400 sqft filter.

SignalWhy it mattersHow we treat it
DistanceMicro-markets change fastPrefer nearby comps
Square footageBuyers price by usable space±400 sqft filter
RecencyMarkets shift within quartersPrefer recent closed sales
ConditionUpdates move net realityWe ask you directly

The net-first framework

Sellers don't retire on "sale price." They retire on net proceeds. Traditional paths create hidden friction: commissions, concessions, prep work, repairs, showings. Our calculator uses a net-first lens to make those differences visible early.

Seller Partnership / Novation

Instead of paying a large commission and managing repairs, we create a partnership structure that lets you capture more upside from a retail buyer while we handle the operational load. It's designed to get you a strong net outcome without the traditional "agent treadmill."

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a Zillow-style estimate?
No. Zillow's Zestimate uses broad algorithmic modeling across millions of properties. Our Instant Offer Calculator uses hyper-local comparable sales — a maximum of 5 similar homes within a tight square footage band (±400 sqft) that have actually sold recently in your area. This comp-anchored approach produces more accurate, defensible estimates for individual properties.
How accurate is the Instant Offer estimate?
Accuracy depends on data quality. When we find 3-5 strong comparable sales with similar characteristics, our estimates typically fall within 3-5% of eventual sale prices. Properties in areas with limited recent sales or unique characteristics may have wider ranges. We display a confidence score so you know how reliable each estimate is.
Do I have to accept any offer?
Absolutely not. The Instant Offer Calculator is an information tool — it gives you data to make better decisions. There's no obligation to accept any offer, work with us, or even continue the conversation. We built this to help sellers understand their options, not to trap anyone into a decision.
What is Seller Partnership / Novation?
Seller Partnership (also called novation) is a structure where we partner with you to sell your home at retail prices while handling all the work — marketing, showings, negotiations, repairs. Instead of paying a traditional 6% realtor commission plus prep costs, you pay a partnership fee only when the home sells. Most sellers net more because we target retail buyers willing to pay market value.
What markets do you serve?
Local Home Buyers USA operates nationwide across all 50 states. Our technology platform analyzes properties anywhere in the country using local comparable sales data. Whether you're in Texas, Florida, California, Minnesota, or anywhere else — we've got you covered.
How fast can you actually close?
For convenience/as-is offers, we can close in as little as 7-14 days. Seller Partnership deals typically take 30-60 days because we're marketing to retail buyers who often need financing. Traditional realtor sales average 60-90+ days. We'll give you a realistic timeline based on your chosen path.
Why do you use a ±400 sqft filter?
Buyers price homes by usable living space. A 1,200 sqft home and a 2,400 sqft home aren't really comparable — even if they're next door. By limiting comps to within 400 sqft of your home's size, we ensure each comparable sale actually represents how buyers would value YOUR home. This is how professional appraisers work.
Is my information kept private?
Yes. We don't sell your data to third parties, and we don't spam. Your information is used only to provide your offer and for follow-up communication about your property. We're privacy-first because we believe trust is earned through transparency, not extracted through fine print.
How is this different from iBuyers like Opendoor?
iBuyers make algorithmic offers sight-unseen and typically charge 5-8% service fees plus repair credits. We take a consultative approach — we show you multiple paths (traditional, partnership, convenience) and let you choose based on your priorities. Our Seller Partnership model often nets more than iBuyer offers because we capture retail buyer demand instead of wholesale pricing.