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Behind on Payments in Jacksonville? Stop the Foreclosure Clock. Sell Your Home Fast, On Your Terms.

Serving Jacksonville & Surrounding Areas

The weight of falling behind on mortgage payments in Jacksonville is crushing. Every default notice, every phone call, feels like a punch to the gut. You love your home, maybe it’s in Mandarin or a quiet street in Southside, but the financial strain is overwhelming. We get it. Life happens. Job loss, unexpected medical bills, or simply rising costs can quickly turn a stable situation into a nightmare.

We specialize in helping Jacksonville homeowners like you, right here in Riverside, Orange Park, St. Augustine, and Ponte Vedra, by offering a direct, all-cash solution. No showings, no repairs, no waiting for bank approvals. Just a fair offer and a fast closing, so you can stop the stress, avoid foreclosure, and move forward with peace of mind.

  • Stop Foreclosure Dead: Get a cash offer in 24 hours to pay off your mortgage and avoid a damaging foreclosure on your record.
  • Cash in Your Hand, Fast: Close in as little as 7-14 days, putting $10,000 - $50,000 or more (depending on equity) directly into your bank account.
  • No Repairs, No Fees: Sell your Jacksonville home exactly as-is, skipping costly repairs, agent commissions (typically 5-6%), and closing costs.
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 — Jacksonville

60 seconds. This is exactly how we help Jacksonville homeowners.

Tarek El Moussa

You might know me from HGTV's Flip or Flop. For over a decade, I've been helping homeowners navigate tough situations, buying and transforming over 1,000 properties nationwide. My team and I understand the stress you're under when facing missed payments and potential foreclosure. This isn't just a business for us; it's about providing a genuine solution and peace of mind.

My personal experience with financial hardship and rebuilding has taught me the importance of integrity and empathy. When you work with Tarek Buys Houses, you're getting a direct, fair cash offer from a trusted name in real estate. Our local Jacksonville team knows the market inside and out, from Mandarin to St. Augustine, ensuring you get the best possible outcome without any hidden agendas.

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 Jacksonville 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

When mortgage payments are piling up, a traditional listing adds months of uncertainty — repairs, showings, and buyer financing contingencies — while the debt continues to grow. Each missed payment further damages your credit score.

A DIRECT SALE

A Direct Sale

A direct cash sale pays off your mortgage at closing and puts the remaining equity in your hand. There are no repairs, no financing contingency, and no months of waiting while the debt grows. The lender is satisfied, and you move forward with cash.

What Happens If You Keep Ignoring the Letters

The bank files a notice of default. Then a lis pendens. Then the auction date gets set. Each step damages your credit more and reduces your options. Once you're in active foreclosure, you lose leverage. Sell now while you still have choices.

Tarek El Moussa

Why Tarek?

You might know me from HGTV's Flip or Flop. For over a decade, I've been helping homeowners navigate tough situations, buying and transforming over 1,000 properties nationwide. My team and I understand the stress you're under when facing missed payments and potential foreclosure. This isn't just a business for us; it's about providing a genuine solution and peace of mind.

My personal experience with financial hardship and rebuilding has taught me the importance of integrity and empathy. When you work with Tarek Buys Houses, you're getting a direct, fair cash offer from a trusted name in real estate. Our local Jacksonville team knows the market inside and out, from Mandarin to St. Augustine, ensuring you get the best possible outcome without any hidden agendas.

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The foreclosure clock in Jacksonville is ticking. Don't let your home go to auction – request your no-obligation cash offer today.

How We Compare

Tarek Buys HousesTraditional AgentOther Investors
Timeline7-14 days75-150 days14-30 days
Fees & Commissions$05-6% ($12K-$25K)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.

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What Jacksonville 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 Mortgage Stress. Get Your Cash Offer Now.

Stop the foreclosure process in its tracks. Enter your address for a fair, fast, no-obligation cash offer.

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

Jacksonville Neighborhoods We Serve

ArlingtonMandarinSouthsideRiversideSan MarcoOrange ParkFleming IslandSt. AugustinePonte VedraAtlantic BeachNeptune BeachFernandina BeachMiddleburgGreen Cove SpringsPalatkaFruit CoveNocateeWorld Golf VillageJulington CreekBaymeadows

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