Tarek El Moussa · As Seen on HGTVTax Liens Piling Up? Sell Before the County Takes Your House.
Serving Houston Metro & Surrounding Areas
When property taxes go unpaid, the county doesn't wait forever. Tax liens accrue interest and penalties, and eventually, the county can auction your house — often for far less than it's worth. My Houston Metro team has experience buying properties with tax liens. We pay off the liens at closing and put the remaining equity in your pocket.
- We pay off tax liens directly at closing — you keep the remaining equity
- Stop interest and penalties from growing every month
- Avoid a county tax sale where your house sells for pennies on the dollar
All transactions handled by a licensed third-party title company.
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Watch Before You Call — Houston Metro
60 seconds. This is exactly how we help Houston Metro 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 Houston Metro. 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 Houston Metro 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 Houston Metro A Tax Lien Property
Homeowner owed $34K in back property taxes with 18% annual penalties accumulating. County had initiated tax lien proceedings. No traditional buyer would touch the title complexity. The owner was 6 months from a tax auction.
After Working With Us
We paid the $34K lien at closing, cleared the title through our title company, and the owner walked away with $58K in remaining equity. Closed in 17 days — well before the auction date. Clean slate.
What Happens If You Ignore Tax Liens
Penalties compound monthly — often at 12-18% annually. Eventually the county will sell your house at auction, often for the lien amount alone. You'll lose the entire equity in your home because of unpaid taxes. Once the auction happens, there's no getting it back.
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 Houston Metro. 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
Tax lien penalties compound every month. The longer you wait, the less equity you keep.
How We Compare
| Tarek Buys Houses | Traditional Agent | Other Investors | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timeline | 7-14 days | 60-120 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.
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What Houston Metro Homeowners Say
"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
Clear Your Tax Liens. Keep Your Equity.
Cash offer in 24 hours. We pay the liens at closing. You walk away clean.
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