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Tired of Bad Tenants in San Diego? Get Your Life Back. Sell Your Rental Fast, Cash. No Evictions. No Repairs. No Headaches.

Serving San Diego & Surrounding Areas

You bought that rental property in San Diego hoping for passive income, but now it's just a source of stress. Non-paying tenants, property damage, endless repairs – the dream has turned into a constant headache. We understand. You're not alone. Many landlords in areas like Escondido and El Cajon face this exact situation, losing sleep over evictions and mounting expenses.

Imagine selling that property as-is, bad tenants included, and walking away with cash in your pocket. No more chasing rent, no more dealing with tenant drama, no more late-night calls about busted pipes. We handle everything, so you can finally close that chapter and move on with peace of mind. We buy properties with bad tenants in San Diego and handle the eviction process or tenant transitions ourselves.

  • Get a fair cash offer within 24 hours – no waiting for market fluctuations or buyer financing.
  • Close in as little as 7-14 days, or on your timeline – skip months of landlord-tenant disputes and legal fees.
  • Sell AS-IS, even with tenants inside – we handle all repairs, evictions, and cleanouts, saving you thousands in costs and stress.
100% Confidential · No Obligation · Free Cash Offer

All transactions handled by a licensed third-party title company.

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Watch Before You Call — San Diego

60 seconds. This is exactly how we help San Diego homeowners.

Tarek El Moussa

When you work with Tarek Buys Houses, you're not just selling to another investor. You're working with a team built on the reputation of Tarek El Moussa, who has bought and sold over 1,000 homes himself. From his years on HGTV, Tarek understands the complexities of real estate and the emotional toll property problems can take.

Our local San Diego team, powered by Tarek's proven system and AI technology, delivers speed, transparency, and a fair cash offer. We've helped countless homeowners in San Diego escape difficult situations, from inherited homes in Oceanside to problematic rentals in Carlsbad. You're not just a transaction; you're a person who needs a solution, and we're here to provide it with empathy and efficiency.

How It Works

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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.

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Get Your Cash Offer

No inspections, no appraisals, no waiting. We make a fair offer based on the San Diego market and your home's condition.

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Close On Your Timeline

Pick your closing date — 7 days, 14 days, 30 days. We pay all closing costs. You walk away with cash.

What Sellers Like You Experience

THE USUAL ROUTE

The Traditional Route

Selling a rental with problem tenants traditionally requires completing the eviction first, then making repairs, then listing — a process that can take many months while you absorb the costs of vacancy, legal fees, and property damage.

A DIRECT SALE

A Direct Sale

A cash buyer can purchase the property with tenants still in place. You don't need to finish the eviction, make repairs, or manage one more day of landlord stress. The tenant situation becomes the buyer's responsibility at closing.

What Happens If You Keep Trying

Evictions take time and vary widely by jurisdiction. During that period, you're paying the mortgage with zero rental income. Damage often continues to accumulate. And even after eviction, the property typically needs repairs before it can be listed.

Tarek El Moussa

Why Tarek?

When you work with Tarek Buys Houses, you're not just selling to another investor. You're working with a team built on the reputation of Tarek El Moussa, who has bought and sold over 1,000 homes himself. From his years on HGTV, Tarek understands the complexities of real estate and the emotional toll property problems can take.

Our local San Diego team, powered by Tarek's proven system and AI technology, delivers speed, transparency, and a fair cash offer. We've helped countless homeowners in San Diego escape difficult situations, from inherited homes in Oceanside to problematic rentals in Carlsbad. You're not just a transaction; you're a person who needs a solution, and we're here to provide it with empathy and efficiency.

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Every day you wait, bad tenants cost you more. Get a fast, fair cash offer for your San Diego rental today.

How We Compare

Tarek Buys HousesTraditional AgentOther Investors
Timeline7-14 days60-120 days14-30 days
Fees & Commissions$05-6% ($30K-$60K)Varies (hidden fees)
Repairs RequiredNone — as-isUsually requiredSometimes
ShowingsNoneDozens of strangers1-2 visits
Who You Deal WithTarek's personal teamRandom agentUnknown LLC
Radical Transparency

How We Calculate Your Offer

No black boxes. No guessing games. Here's exactly how we arrive at your number — and we'll walk you through every line.

Step 1

After Repair Value (ARV)

We research comparable sales in your area to determine what your home would sell for in perfect condition.

$320,000
Step 2

Minus Repair Costs

We estimate what it would cost to bring the property to market-ready condition.

– $45,000
Step 3

Minus Our Margin

A small margin to keep our business running. This covers holding costs, transaction fees, and our profit.

– $35,000
Your Offer

Your Cash Offer

The amount you walk away with at closing. No hidden fees, no commissions, no surprises.

$240,000

Example based on a typical property. Your actual offer will be based on your home's specific condition and local market data.

Your Protection Guarantee

This is a real estate transaction, not a back-alley deal. Here's how we protect you.

Licensed & Insured

Our company is fully licensed, bonded, and insured in every state we operate in.

Third-Party Title Company

All closings are handled by a reputable, state-licensed title & escrow company — never in-house.

No-Obligation Offer

Our cash offer is 100% free with zero obligation. You're never pressured to accept.

Complete Confidentiality

No yard signs, no MLS listing, no public record of a distressed sale. Your privacy is protected.

Hear From Sellers Who've Been Through This

These sellers faced the same situation you're in. Watch what they say about working with us.

Rachel · San Diego

Diane & Kim · San Diego

Sara · San Diego

What San Diego Homeowners Say About TBH

"Needed to sell fast during a difficult time. Got a fair cash offer in 24 hours and closed in under two weeks. No repairs, no stress."

Jennifer M.

Verified Seller

"Was facing foreclosure and thought I had no options. Tarek's team gave me a real solution. Closed in 10 days and walked away with cash."

Robert T.

Verified Seller

"Inherited a property I couldn't maintain. They handled everything — no cleaning, no repairs, no agent fees. Easiest transaction I've ever done."

Patricia L.

Verified Seller

Frequently Asked Questions

Escape Your Landlord Nightmare. Get Your Cash Offer Today.

It costs nothing to get an offer. No obligation, no pressure. Just a simple solution.

No obligation · 100% confidential · Speak with a local specialist

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Tarek Buys Houses

Tarek Buys Houses is a real estate investment company
that purchases homes directly from homeowners for cash.

*The materials and information on this website are for general informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, real estate, or investment products. TBH is not a licensed real estate broker or agent and is not a licensed securities broker-dealer or investment advisor. TBH is not offering and is not licensed to offer services as a real estate broker or agent. No content published on this website is intended to form the basis of, or be relied upon in connection with, any contract or financial decision.

Tarek El Moussa | CA DRE Lic# 01329011

San Diego Neighborhoods We Serve

Chula VistaOceansideEscondidoCarlsbadEl CajonVistaSan MarcosEncinitasNational CityLa MesaSanteePowayImperial BeachSolana BeachRamonaSpring ValleyLemon GroveLakesideFallbrookRancho Bernardo

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