BigBuck Offers is a cash home buyer in Sarasota, Florida: we buy houses as-is, with no repairs, no cleaning, no fees and no agent commissions, and you can close in as little as 7 days or on the date you choose. Once we have the details, you'll usually have a cash offer the same day.
Maybe you're handling a parent's home, a house that's become too much to keep up, or repairs that never got finished after the 2024 storms. This page covers those situations and how a cash sale compares with listing.
Selling your Sarasota house after Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton made landfall at Siesta Key on October 9, 2024, just 13 days after Hurricane Helene. Sarasota County has described the damage as significant and widespread, and recovery from both storms is still going on.
If your house still has open repairs, a stalled insurance claim, or a contractor who never came back, you don't have to finish any of it to sell to us. We buy houses with roof, water and wind damage as they are. You can leave the repair decisions to the next owner.
Selling a parent's or inherited home in Sarasota County
Sarasota County had the highest median age of any U.S. county with at least 250,000 residents in 2025, based on Census Bureau estimates. So it's common here for families to end up handling a parent's house, either while the parent moves into care or after they pass.
When someone dies, probate starts with a petition filed with the Sarasota County Clerk of the Circuit Court. The Clerk says that if there is a will, it must be filed with the Clerk's Office within 10 days of the notice of death. The Clerk also notes that formal administration must be filed by a Florida attorney unless the personal representative is the only beneficiary.
Who can sign, and when, depends on how the house was owned and what the will says, so talk to a local attorney before you list or accept any offer. When the right person can sign, we can buy the house with furniture and belongings still inside. Our guide to selling an inherited house walks through the general steps.
Behind on property taxes in Sarasota County
The Sarasota County Tax Collector says unpaid property taxes become delinquent on April 1 of the year after the tax year. If they stay unpaid, a tax certificate, which is a lien on the property, is sold on or before June 1.
If you've fallen behind, call the Tax Collector to confirm the amount and your deadlines. A sale can pay off the back taxes at closing. Learn more about selling a house when you're behind on property taxes.
If the house is rented out and you're tired of being a landlord, see our page on selling a house with tenants.
What about Sarasota condos?
Condos are a separate case. Florida now requires milestone inspections for condo buildings that are three or more habitable stories, and it has added structural integrity reserve studies, which help associations save enough for major repairs like roofs and structural systems.
Those rules can affect what an association charges owners and what a buyer will pay. We still buy condos. Send us the address and unit number, and tell us about any special assessment or pending inspection, so the offer reflects the building as well as the unit. If a listing agent who knows your building would clearly net you more, we'll tell you that too.
Comparing your options in Sarasota
If your house is in good condition and you have time, listing with an agent will usually bring you more money than a cash sale. A cash sale is the better fit when the house needs work, when you're handling it from out of state, or when you want a firm date.
| Option | Your work | Costs | Timing | Makes sense when |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fix it up and list | Repairs, staging, showings | Repairs, agent commission, closing costs | Repairs plus time on the market | The house needs little work and you can wait |
| List it as-is | Showings, inspections, repair requests | Agent commission and closing costs | Depends on buyers and financing | The house is in decent shape |
| Sell to BigBuck Offers | None, we buy as-is | No fees, no commissions | As little as 7 days, or your date | The house needs work or you want it done |
How selling to us works
- Tell us about the house. Fill out the form or call 1-844-348-9268.
- Get a cash offer, usually the same day we have the details.
- Pick your closing date, as soon as 7 days.
We buy throughout Sarasota County, including North Port, Venice, Osprey, Nokomis and Englewood, and up the coast in Bradenton. We don't have an office in Sarasota, so the form and the phone are how you reach us.
FAQ
Who are cash home buyers in Sarasota?
Cash home buyers are investors and companies, like BigBuck Offers, that buy houses without bank financing and usually as-is. It's smart to compare a cash offer with what a listing could net you.
Can I sell my Sarasota house if I live out of state?
Yes. You can handle most of the sale by phone and email, and because we buy as-is, you don't have to fly in to clean the house out.
Do I need to go through probate to sell my parent's house in Sarasota County?
It depends on how the house was owned and what the will says. A local attorney can tell you whether probate is needed and who can sign.
When are Sarasota County property taxes delinquent?
Unpaid property taxes become delinquent on April 1 of the following year, and a tax certificate is sold on or before June 1 if they stay unpaid.
Do you buy condos in Sarasota?
Yes. Send us the address and unit number. Let us know about any special assessments or building inspections, since those affect the offer.
This page is general information, not legal or tax advice.
