Questions, straight answers.

You can request a free, no-obligation cash offer three ways:

(1) Fill out the online form — about 60 seconds, four short fields. (2) Call our San Diego-based team at (310) 999-3228. (3) Text us at the same number.

We respond within 30 minutes during business hours and send a full written offer within 24 hours.

Our offer is based on three numbers: the after-repair value of comparable homes in your neighborhood (last 90 days), minus our estimated repair costs for the property, minus our margin.

We show you all of this math in writing so you can verify how we got to the number. No black-box pricing. If you can find a fair, written comparable that contradicts our numbers, we'll revise the offer.

Cash offers are typically 70 to 85 percent of after-repair market value. The difference reflects what you're trading: speed (close in 7 days vs. 60+), certainty (no financing fall-throughs), and zero-cost convenience (no repairs, no commissions, no fees).

We tell every seller upfront if a traditional listing might net them more money for their situation. For sellers with homes in good condition and time on their side, a traditional listing with a great agent often makes more sense. We're built for sellers where speed and certainty matter more than chasing the absolute top dollar.

No. Astra pays all standard closing costs. There are no real estate commissions, no agent fees, no inspection fees, no escrow fees, and no hidden charges. The cash offer we make is the amount you receive at closing — no deductions.

If you ever see a deduction on a closing statement that you didn't agree to in writing, we won't sign the deal.

Astra's written offers are guaranteed for at least 7 days, often longer if market conditions are stable. We don't use "this offer expires tonight" pressure tactics — those are red flags from buyers who don't want you comparing options.

Any condition. We buy houses with major repairs needed, fire damage, water damage, foundation issues, hoarder situations, code violations, and properties that have sat vacant for years.

You don't need to clean, repair, paint, or stage anything. We've genuinely seen it all.

No. Leave anything you don't want — furniture, boxes, paperwork, full garages, decades of stored belongings. We handle all cleanout, debris removal, and disposal at no cost to you.

Many sellers walk out with just what fits in their car.

Yes. We buy tenant-occupied properties and handle the lease transfer ourselves. You don't need to evict anyone, give notice, or coordinate move-out. We honor existing leases and work directly with tenants after closing.

Yes. The title company resolves most liens during escrow — mechanic's liens, tax liens, judgment liens, HOA liens. The lien payoff comes out of the sale proceeds, so you don't pay anything out of pocket.

We've closed deals with multiple liens on title — it just takes a little longer on the title-company side.

Underwater mortgages are more complex but not impossible. We can sometimes negotiate a short sale with your lender, or you may need to bring funds to closing to cover the difference.

We'll be honest with you about which path makes sense based on your specific numbers — and tell you upfront if there isn't a workable path.

Yes, and quickly. We work with homeowners in pre-foreclosure regularly. If we can close before the auction date, you protect your credit and walk away with cash instead of losing the property at auction.

If a foreclosure date is already set, call (310) 999-3228 immediately — timing matters. The closer to the auction date, the less room there is to maneuver.

Yes. We work with executors, beneficiaries, and probate attorneys regularly across California.

Some probate sales require court confirmation under California Probate Code Section 10350, which we can navigate. Closing timing depends on where you are in the probate process — straightforward cases close in 2-3 weeks; ones needing court confirmation can take 45-90 days.

Yes. We routinely buy properties with multiple heirs on title. All heirs need to agree to the sale and sign at closing — in person or remotely via mobile notary.

If one heir is out of state or unreachable, we can usually work around that with proper documentation. We've handled families with 4+ heirs across multiple states.

Within the 5-day cancellation window built into every Astra contract, you can cancel with no penalty — no questions asked.

After that window, contract cancellation depends on the specific terms you signed. We don't pursue legal action against sellers who change their minds — we'd rather lose the deal than have a hostile transaction.

Call us. Genuinely.

We've worked through situations involving divorce mid-sale, partial title ownership, properties used for short-term rentals, homes with code enforcement issues, properties with multiple liens, and post-fire insurance claim situations.

If we can't help, we'll tell you who can.

Yes. Astra Home Buyer LLC is a California-registered business based in San Diego, serving sellers across California. We operate with a verifiable Google Business Profile and close every transaction through a licensed California title company.

You can verify us at the California Secretary of State website or by calling us directly at (310) 999-3228.

Opendoor and similar iBuyers focus on near-market-condition homes in tight price bands and charge service fees of 5 to 8 percent.

Astra is local, charges zero fees, and buys properties in any condition — including ones iBuyers reject. You talk to a real person who knows your neighborhood and works your market directly.

HomeVestors ("We Buy Ugly Houses") and similar franchises are individual franchisees operating under a national brand. Quality and service vary wildly by location — your experience depends entirely on which local franchisee you happen to call.

Astra is a single local operation — the same team every time, with one consistent set of standards across every transaction.

Take it. Seriously — we want you to get the best outcome.

If another cash buyer offers more and you trust them, that's the right move. We do recommend verifying the other buyer can actually close: ask for proof of funds, references from past sellers, and a written purchase agreement. Some buyers lowball-then-renegotiate after you're locked in — that's the trap to watch for, not the price.

Our core business is buying houses for cash. We renovate the properties we acquire and either resell them or hold them as rentals.

We don't represent sellers as agents, we don't broker deals between other parties, and we don't take listings. Just direct purchases.

Astra can close in as little as 7 days. Most Southern California sales close within 10 to 14 days from offer acceptance.

Timing depends on title clearance and your preferred move-out date — and you choose the closing date that works for you. Some of our sellers take 60 days because of probate or family logistics, and that's fine too.

Yes. Every Astra contract includes a built-in 5-day cancellation period — even when California law doesn't require one. You can change your mind during that window with no penalty.

We want you fully comfortable with the decision. Pressure tactics work against everyone in the long run.

Closing happens at a licensed California title company. You can choose one yourself, or we'll suggest a partner we've worked with and trust.

If you can't travel to the title company, a mobile notary can come to you, or we can arrange remote online notarization. The title company handles all paperwork and disbursement.

Most sellers choose a wire transfer, which arrives in your bank account the same day as closing. Cashier's checks are also available if you prefer.

You receive the full offer amount with no deductions or fees taken out.

No. We can arrange a mobile notary to come to you, or use remote online notarization if California allows it for your transaction type.

Many of our sellers close from out of state, from a hospital bed, or while traveling. As long as the documents are signed and notarized properly, your physical location doesn't matter.

We buy houses across San Diego County, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Sacramento, Solano County, Fresno, Bakersfield, and Stockton.

If you're not sure whether we cover your area, call (310) 999-3228 — we likely do, and we can refer you if not.

We currently buy only in California. If you inherited a property out of state, we can refer you to vetted cash buyers in other markets who operate similarly to how we do — same emphasis on transparency, no fees, and honest math.

Possibly. If the home was your primary residence for 2 of the past 5 years, you can exclude up to $250,000 in gains ($500,000 if married filing jointly) under IRC Section 121.

Inherited properties get a step-up in basis, which often eliminates capital gains entirely. Investment properties have different rules (depreciation recapture, 1031 exchanges).

We're not tax advisors — please consult a CPA for your specific situation.