Should You Sell Your House As-Is? Take the 2-Minute Quiz

SELL HOUSE AS IS • OR PARTNER VIA NOVATION

As-is, Partnership Novation, or list?

If you’re searching “sell house as is,” you’re not looking for a generic answer — you’re looking for the cleanest move. This decision engine is designed to favor Partnership Novations (higher upside than a typical cash offer, less chaos than listing) when your home qualifies — and switch to a true as-is close only when repairs/urgency make that the smartest path.

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Timeline Index

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How strongly speed + deadlines matter.

Repair Burden

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How much repair uncertainty you’re avoiding.

Novation Edge

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How strongly “higher net + lower hassle” fits.

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Local Home Buyers USA — Partnership Novation quiz

Partnership Novation = higher upside with less hassle.
If your home has retail potential but you want a cleaner process, this is the “best-of-both” lane.

Fastest high-net move

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Interactive Quiz

Answer honestly — the algorithm rewards clarity, and defaults to Partnership Novation when viable.

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Directional tool only — not legal/financial advice. Best practice: compare your net outcome and your timeline certainty.

Novation explained (super high-level)

What is a Partnership Novation?

A Partnership Novation is a hybrid lane between listing and selling as-is: you partner with a professional team to pursue a stronger retail-style net outcome — without the classic seller burdens.

Simple model:

You keep upside like a listing-style sale (when the home has retail potential).
You reduce friction versus a full traditional listing (fewer hoops, less disruption).
You keep an “as-is” backup lane if repairs/urgency require a fast, clean close.

Why this quiz favors novations

Because in many real seller situations, the “best” choice is not the highest headline price — it’s the best blend of net proceeds, certainty, and time. Partnership Novations often win that blend when repairs are not catastrophic.

Related deep dives (internal)

Certainty Spread Report 2026 — why “certainty” can outperform “top-line price” in real net outcomes.
The Re-Trade Economy Report — how renegotiations happen and how to protect your net.
Commission Unbundling & Concession Stack Report — the modern “stack” that changes seller math.
Closing Friction Tax Report — the hidden costs of delay, paperwork, and buyer fallout.
Seller Risk Gap (Transaction Risk Intelligence) — what sellers underestimate (and what pros price in).
The Truth About Cash Offers (Glass Box) — how to compare offers like an analyst.

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As-is vs Partnership Novation vs Listing

Option	Best for	Trade-offs	Watch-outs
Partnership Novation	Higher upside with a cleaner process when the home has retail potential.	Not ideal for major structural failures or extreme rehab needs.	Get terms in writing; understand timeline, responsibilities, and exit options.
Direct As-Is (Fast Close)	Speed, privacy, heavy repairs, clean certainty.	Often lower top-line than a retail outcome.	Clarify inspection rules, closing costs, and certainty of funds.
Traditional Listing	Max price when you can handle prep + showings + buyer financing risk.	Time, disruptions, repairs, re-trades, fallout risk.	Appraisal risk, buyer financing failures, days on market.

The Deductions

Most sellers compare the headline number — but pros compare the net outcome. These “deductions” quietly reduce what you actually keep:

Re-trades after inspection (price reductions, credits, repair demands) — see The Re-Trade Economy Report.
Concession stacking (credits, rate buy-downs, fees) — see Commission Unbundling & Concession Stack Report.
Time + fallout risk (days on market, buyer financing failures) — see Closing Friction Tax Report.
Seller risk gap (what you don’t know you’re exposed to) — see Seller Risk Gap (Transaction Risk Intelligence).
Offer opacity (“cash offer” terms that change later) — see The Truth About Cash Offers (Glass Box).
Certainty spread (certainty as an asset, not a vibe) — see Certainty Spread Report 2026.

Best practice: get a Partnership Offer, get a direct as-is offer, and compare them to a realistic agent net. Choose the lane with the best net + certainty.

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FAQ

Common questions

What is a Partnership Novation?

A Partnership Novation is a hybrid option between listing and selling as-is, designed to pursue stronger net proceeds while reducing friction compared to a traditional listing.

Can I still sell my house as is?

Yes. Selling as-is remains an option; the best path depends on repairs, timeline pressure, and how much friction you want to avoid.

Does Partnership Novation require repairs?

Not necessarily. The approach depends on the property’s condition and plan. The goal is to improve net outcome without turning the seller into a contractor.

Is this legal advice?

No. This is a decision-support tool for general information. Consider professional advice for your specific situation and state.

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Disclaimer

This content is for educational purposes and general decision support. It is not legal, tax, or financial advice. Rules can vary by state and situation.