About Us
We Buy Homes Directly From You — As-Is, For Cash.
Tarek Buys Houses is a family-owned real estate company founded by HGTV star Tarek El Moussa. We buy homes in any condition, in any situation — no repairs, no fees, no hassle.
As Featured On
Meet the Founder
Tarek El Moussa
HGTV Host • Real Estate Investor • Author
You might know me from HGTV’s Flip or Flop, but what you might not know is that I’ve been buying houses for cash for over 15 years. I’ve seen every situation imaginable — foreclosures, divorces, inherited properties, homes that need major work — and I’ve helped over 1,000 families find a way forward.
That’s why I started Tarek Buys Houses. Not everyone wants to list their home, wait months for a buyer, or deal with repairs and showings. Sometimes you just need a fair offer and a fast close. That’s what we do.
1,000+
Homes Purchased
99%
Satisfied Sellers
$500M+
Paid to Homeowners
7 Days
Average Close Time
As Seen On Television
15 Years. 1,000+ Homes
You Know the Name
Our Story
From Reality TV to Real Estate - Helping Homeowners Nationwide
“Behind every house is a person with a reason for selling.”
— Tarek El Moussa, Founder
Tarek Buys Houses was built on something Tarek learned across 15 years and 200+ renovations on camera. Most people selling a home aren’t looking for a market analysis. They have a job across the country, a house that became too much to manage, an inheritance nobody planned for, a deadline that’s already closing in.
What they need is a straight answer, a fair number, and a way forward that doesn’t cost them their dignity. That’s what we do — buy homes directly for cash, as-is, on your timeline. No repairs, no showings, no months of not knowing.
1,000+
Families helped
Foreclosures, divorces, relocations, inherited properties
15+
Years buying for cash
Every situation, every condition, across the country
Our Values
The Principles Behind
Every Home Purchase
These aren’t slogans — they’re the principles that shape every interaction and every outcome.
Transparency First
No hidden fees, no fine print. The offer we make is the cash you receive at closing.
Speed Without Pressure
We close in as few as 7 days — but only when you're ready. You're always in control.
Local Expertise
Our team knows your market. We price every offer based on real local comps, not algorithms.
Privacy Guaranteed
No for-sale signs, no open houses, no neighbors asking questions. Your situation stays confidential.
How It Works
Tell Us About Your House
Text or call us with your address. We'll research the property and get back to you within 24 hours with a cash offer.
Get Your Cash Offer
No inspections, no appraisals, no waiting. We make a fair offer based on the Tampa Bay market and your home's condition.
Close On Your Timeline
Pick your closing date — 7 days, 14 days, 30 days. We pay all closing costs. You walk away with cash.
Real Stories from Real Homeowners
Three sellers, three different reasons for calling. All of them gave us permission to share what happened next.
“The traditional selling process just wasn't practical for us.”
“We were in a time crunch to sell our home so we could relocate to another state. The traditional selling process just wasn't practical for us, so we researched other options and found Tarek Buys Houses. They responded to our inquiry quickly, explained the process clearly, and made everything feel straightforward and stress-free. That's exactly how it turned out. Tarek and his team were professional, thoughtful, and genuinely easy to work with. They even allowed us to stay in our home for a month after closing to match our moving timeline, which took a tremendous amount of stress off our shoulders. Tarek has built a process that's simple, convenient, and truly focused on the seller. We're grateful we found them and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a fast, hassle-free home sale.”
“You guys made an offer on Saturday morning and we negotiated it that day. On Monday everything went well.”
“Can you guys on Friday night after losing my father-in-law you guys made an offer on Saturday morning and negotiate it later on that day because on Monday everything went well I would highly recommend your service again. I contacted you guys because your show on TV and your area that you worked with Orange County that's why I called you guys first you guys made an offer on the house we negotiate it got it done and sold the house. Moving to Tennessee to be a family was just an extra perk. Thank you.”
Every story shared with the seller's written consent. Results vary based on property condition, market factors, and individual circumstances. Not a guarantee of any particular outcome.
Your Protection Guarantee
This is a real estate transaction,
not a back-alley deal.
Every step of this process is transparent, documented, and handled by licensed professionals. Here’s exactly how we protect you.
Licensed & Insured
Our company is fully licensed, bonded, and insured in every state we operate in. You're dealing with a real, accountable business — not an anonymous buyer.
Third-Party Title Company
All closings are handled by a reputable, state-licensed title & escrow company — never in-house. Your funds and title transfer are protected by an independent party.
No-Obligation Offer
Our cash offer is 100% free with zero obligation. You can walk away at any point before closing. No contracts that trap you, no pressure to accept.
Complete Confidentiality
No yard signs, no MLS listing, no public record of a distressed sale. Your situation — and your decision — stays between you and us.
Tarek Buys Houses, LLC operates as a licensed real estate company. Tarek El Moussa | CA DRE Lic# 01329011. All transactions are subject to standard state and local real estate laws.
What sellers said after we closed
A quick and fair cash sale
Alice worked with Tarek Buys Houses to sell her home with a straightforward cash offer and a smooth closing process.
“The traditional selling process just wasn't practical for us.”
“We were in a time crunch to sell our home so we could relocate to another state. The traditional selling process just wasn't practical for us, so we researched other options and found Tarek Buys Houses. They responded to our inquiry quickly, explained the process clearly, and made everything feel straightforward and stress-free. That's exactly how it turned out. Tarek and his team were professional, thoughtful, and genuinely easy to work with. They even allowed us to stay in our home for a month after closing to match our moving timeline, which took a tremendous amount of stress off our shoulders. Tarek has built a process that's simple, convenient, and truly focused on the seller. We're grateful we found them and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a fast, hassle-free home sale.”
“You guys made an offer on Saturday morning and we negotiated it that day. On Monday everything went well.”
“Can you guys on Friday night after losing my father-in-law you guys made an offer on Saturday morning and negotiate it later on that day because on Monday everything went well I would highly recommend your service again. I contacted you guys because your show on TV and your area that you worked with Orange County that's why I called you guys first you guys made an offer on the house we negotiate it got it done and sold the house. Moving to Tennessee to be a family was just an extra perk. Thank you.”
Every story shared with the seller's written consent. Results vary based on property condition, market factors, and individual circumstances. Not a guarantee of any particular outcome.
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