Tarek El Moussa · As Seen on HGTVFire Damaged Your Home. We'll Take It From Here.
Serving Tampa Bay & Surrounding Areas
A house fire changes everything in an instant. Between dealing with insurance, finding temporary housing, and facing the overwhelming cost of rebuilding, the last thing you need is a complicated sale process. My Tampa Bay team buys fire-damaged properties in any condition — partial damage, total loss, smoke damage only. We close fast so you can move forward.
- We buy any level of fire damage — partial, total, or smoke-only
- Close before insurance negotiations drag on for months
- No contractors, no rebuild estimates, no cleanup required
All transactions handled by a licensed third-party title company.
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Watch Before You Call — Tampa Bay
60 seconds. This is exactly how we help Tampa Bay homeowners.
I'm Tarek El Moussa — you might know me from HGTV's Flip or Flop and The Flipping El Moussas. I've been buying and flipping houses for over 15 years. My team has purchased more than 1,000 homes nationwide.
When you work with us, you're not dealing with some faceless corporation. You're working with my personal team here in Tampa Bay. We answer our phones, we show up when we say we will, and we close when we say we'll close. That's my reputation on the line — and I don't take that lightly.
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.
What Sellers Like You Experience
A Tampa Bay A Fire-Damaged Property
Kitchen fire spread to two adjoining rooms. Insurance was offering $85K for repairs the contractor quoted at $140K. House was uninhabitable. Owner was paying mortgage plus rent on a temporary apartment. Insurance company was dragging out the claim for 7 months.
After Working With Us
Cash offer made based on as-is condition. Owner assigned the insurance claim proceeds and we coordinated directly with the carrier. Closed in 18 days. Owner stopped paying double housing costs and moved on with cash to start fresh.
What Happens If You Wait for Insurance
Insurance companies don't rush. Claims take 6-12 months. During that time, you're paying mortgage on a house you can't live in, plus rent somewhere else. The insurance payout often doesn't cover full rebuild costs. And the house is deteriorating further — water damage, mold, structural decay. Sell now and simplify.
Story represents a typical outcome based on transactions closed by our buying team. Details reflect a composite of similar situations. Individual results vary.
Why Tarek?
I'm Tarek El Moussa — you might know me from HGTV's Flip or Flop and The Flipping El Moussas. I've been buying and flipping houses for over 15 years. My team has purchased more than 1,000 homes nationwide.
When you work with us, you're not dealing with some faceless corporation. You're working with my personal team here in Tampa Bay. We answer our phones, we show up when we say we will, and we close when we say we'll close. That's my reputation on the line — and I don't take that lightly.
As Featured On
Flip or Flop
Flipping 101
The Flipping El Moussas
The Flip Off
A fire-damaged house deteriorates fast — water, mold, and structural decay accelerate every week. The sooner you sell, the more it's worth.
How We Compare
| Tarek Buys Houses | Traditional Agent | Other Investors | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timeline | 7-14 days | 90-180 days | 14-30 days |
| Fees & Commissions | $0 | 5-6% ($15K-$30K) | Varies (hidden fees) |
| Repairs Required | None — as-is | Usually required | Sometimes |
| Showings | None | Dozens of strangers | 1-2 visits |
| Certainty of Close | 100% — cash buyer | ~80% (financing falls through) | Varies |
| Who You Deal With | Tarek's personal team | Random agent | Unknown LLC |
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.
After Repair Value (ARV)
We research comparable sales in your area to determine what your home would sell for in perfect condition.
Minus Repair Costs
We estimate what it would cost to bring the property to market-ready condition.
Minus Our Margin
A small margin to keep our business running. This covers holding costs, transaction fees, and our profit.
Your Cash Offer
The amount you walk away with at closing. No hidden fees, no commissions, no surprises.
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 · Ybor City, Tampa
Diane & Kim · Tampa Bay
Rachel · Tampa
What Tampa Bay Homeowners Say
"Divorce situation, handled with complete privacy. No signs, no showings, no neighbors asking questions."
Sandra K.
Riverview
"Sold in 8 days, avoided foreclosure. Tarek's team treated me like family, not a transaction."
Maria S.
Ybor City, Tampa
"Behind on payments, got fair cash offer in 24 hours. Closed in 9 days. Saved my credit."
Debbie W.
St. Petersburg
Frequently Asked Questions
Sell Your Fire-Damaged Property. Start Fresh.
Cash offer in 24 hours. Any level of damage. We handle everything.
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