Selling a House in Charleston, WV: Seller FAQ
This seller FAQ covers offers, repairs, costs and closing with AM Investments. Start with the FAQ topics below, or ask us a question about your own house.
Find the FAQ answer you need
- Offer FAQ: the buyer, the proposal and your choices.
- Repair FAQ: condition, belongings and access.
- Closing FAQ: dates, costs and the work still to do.
FAQ about offers and choosing a buyer
Will AM Investments list my house with an agent?
We discuss a possible direct purchase of your house. If it looks like a fit, we’ll review the details and explain the terms we can propose. We’re the prospective buyer in that conversation. Read answers to questions about our buying process.
Do I have to accept an offer?
No. You can review the proposed terms, compare them with other options, and decide whether you want to proceed. Sending an inquiry does not obligate you to sell. Use our direct-sale versus listing comparison to weigh costs, responsibilities and expected proceeds.
How do you determine a proposed price?
We consider factors such as the property’s location, current condition, expected repairs, and available market information. We’ll explain the terms we’re proposing so you can assess whether they work for you. These questions to ask a direct buyer can help you prepare.
FAQ about condition and repairs
Do I need to make repairs first?
Tell us about the property’s current condition. If we agree to purchase it as-is, that condition and each party’s responsibilities should be stated in the written agreement. Our guide to questions about selling a house as-is covers repairs, belongings and property access.
What about belongings or people living in the house?
Tell us about occupants, access and belongings when we first speak. Discuss what would need to happen before handing over possession, who would handle each task and what needs professional review. Put the agreed responsibilities in writing.
FAQ about closing and costs
How long does a sale take?
Tell us which dates you’re trying to work around. We’ll discuss what still needs to happen, including the property review, title work and closing arrangements. Confirm the schedule in the agreement and with the closing provider. See the steps in our buying process.
Are there fees or closing costs?
Costs and who pays them vary by transaction. Review the written offer and closing documents to see which costs apply to your property. The comparison guide shows a hypothetical cost example and a formula for organizing your own estimates.
Examples of completed local purchases
Have you bought an inherited house from an out-of-state seller?
Yes. Our Georges Creek case study documents an out-of-state owner’s inherited-house sale to AM Investments, completed January 12, 2024. It separates the original purchase from the work and photographs that came later. Every property and estate situation is different; this example is not a promise of price or timing for another sale.
Can I see an example of an estate-owned house purchased as-is in St. Albans?
Our McKinley Avenue case study describes an estate-owned house purchased as-is on January 19, 2022. The renovation and later resale were separate from that seller’s transaction. Review the timeline and photos, then ask us which terms could apply to your own property.
Buying area and getting started
What areas do you consider?
We focus on Charleston and nearby West Virginia communities. Share the property address and we can confirm whether it falls within our current buying area.
What information should I send?
Start with the property address and an email address. A phone number and permission to receive text or email messages are optional. See our Privacy Policy for information about website inquiries.
How do I get started?
Use the form below or call 304-250-9336. Share what you know about the house and what matters to you. We’ll discuss a possible next step.
Bring these questions to the conversation
- What will the buyer still need to review?
- Who handles repairs, costs, belongings and access?
- What must happen before closing and possession?
Ask us to review your property
Requesting a review does not require you to accept an offer.