While Jacksonville, Florida, offers blue skies and gorgeous sunshine for the majority of the year, the hurricane season can be problematic.
There is the potential for high winds, torrential downpours, thunder and lightning.
Falling tree limbs, power outages and flooding can lead to damage. I had only owned my house for three years when a hurricane passed through the area. A tree came down on my roof, causing issues with the structure of the home. Along with needing a new roof, there were broken windows, destroyed ceilings and cracks in the walls. Because my home also flooded with dirty water, I had concerns with mold growth and musty smells. Quite a few appliances as well as my rugs and hardwood floors were beyond saving. I had hoped that the insurance would cover the expense of repairs. Unfortunately, there was a problem with my coverage. There was no way I could manage the investment out of pocket. I was extremely discouraged. I couldn’t even live in the house. I knew that selling it by way of a conventional listing would be a waste of time. The property was in no condition to pass an inspection. Anyone requiring a bank loan to buy the house would never get approval. My solution was a cash home buyer. I chose a local, family-owned company that has been around for several years. I was impressed by their resume and reviews. I also appreciated the ability to fill out an online form and receive a cash offer on the very same day. They promised to close on the house in under ten days. They made no demands for repairs. I avoided realtor fees and closing costs. Overall, the process was very quick, easy and satisfying. It allowed me to get out of a difficult and stressful situation as painlessly as possible.