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How to Sell a House With Foundation Problems in Tacoma, WA
If your home has foundation issues, you’re probably hearing the same thing from agents and contractors: “Fix it before selling.” But what if you can’t?
Cracks in walls, sloping floors, or a failing foundation can scare off traditional buyers and lenders. Fortunately, at REI Branded Home Buyer, we buy Tacoma homes with structural damage — as-is.
🚨 Signs of Foundation Trouble Tacoma Homeowners Should Watch For
- Cracks in walls or ceilings
- Uneven or sloping floors
- Doors and windows sticking or misaligned
- Gaps between walls and trim
- Water in the basement or crawl space
- Visible cracks in the exterior concrete
▶️ Foundation – Wikipedia
▶️ Post-permitting RCW – 19.27.095
❌ Why Traditional Buyers Avoid Homes With Foundation Issues
- Repairs can cost $15,000–$100,000+
- Most lenders won’t approve financing without structural inspections
- FHA and VA loans usually disqualify these homes
- Insurance coverage may be denied or reduced
- Disclosure laws require you to report all known issues
▶️ RCW 64.06 – Disclosure Statement Rules
✅ How We Buy Tacoma Homes With Structural Problems
At REI Branded Home Buyer, we’ve helped dozens of local homeowners sell without lifting a hammer. We’ll:
- Buy your house as-is, with no inspections required
- Work with your title company and city if violations exist
- Close fast — typically in 7 to 14 days
- Take care of cleanup, haul-away, and permitting if necessary
- Cover closing costs and work around your timeline
🏘️ Neighborhoods Where We Buy Structurally Compromised Homes
We’ve closed on homes with major foundation problems in:
- McKinley Hill – Older homes with sagging porches and slab damage
- South Tacoma – Basement wall failure and water intrusion
- Eastside – Structural issues from tree roots and soil settling
- Hilltop – Cracks in 100+ year-old masonry
- Manitou & Lincoln District – Post-war homes with pier failure
🔗 Helpful Resources for Sellers With Foundation Issues
- Tacoma Municipal Code
- WA Dept of Health – Mold & Moisture
- Real Property – Wikipedia
- Clear Title & Disclosures
- FEMA Housing Resources
🧱 Real-Life Tacoma Examples We’ve Helped With
- Home with partial basement collapse and no buyer interest
- Duplex with rebar-exposed footing and decades of patchwork fixes
- Inherited house with significant crawl space rot and code citations
- Sloped home in North End with cracked chimney and foundation shear
📍 Let’s Solve Your Foundation Problem the Easy Way
Don’t spend tens of thousands trying to repair a problem you can walk away from. We’ll take on the risk — and help you move forward.
📧 info@reibrandedhomebuyer.com
🌐 Tacoma Buyer Page
👉 Click here to request a fair, as-is offer for your foundation-damaged house.
Disclaimer:
This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or real estate advice. Always consult with appropriate professionals before making any decisions regarding the sale of your property.
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About REI Branded Home Buyer
Real People. Real Stories. Real Solutions. We’re George and TJ — two regular guys who teamed up to create REI Branded Home Buyer, a local company with one simple mission: to help people sell their homes without stress, games, or pressure. We actually met at a local real estate meetup. A mutual friend randomly shouted, “Hey George, do you want to be this guy’s mentor?” George laughed and said, “Just give him my cell!” A coffee meeting later, and the rest is history. We've been working together ever since. Our passion for helping homeowners comes from personal experience. George was once homeless, so he deeply understands what it’s like to face housing uncertainty. TJ’s family went through a crisis and had to sell their home fast — with the help of a cash homebuyer. Those experiences shaped who we are and inspired us to create a company that treats people the way we wish we’d been treated. Let’s be real: the real estate world is full of shady companies, pushy salespeople, and sleazy homebuyers who care more about profit than people. We started REI Branded Home Buyer because we believe it should be the other way around — people first, profit second. We’re proud to call Spokane home. Our wives, Jenny and Michelle, love the slower pace of life here and all the outdoor beauty Washington has to offer. George and Jenny have two amazing daughters and two dogs — they love to travel and recently visited Japan to see their daughter abroad. TJ and Michelle are outdoor lovers through and through — backpacking, hiking, hunting, fishing, even rock climbing. Michelle’s become quite the mountaineer! If you’re thinking about selling a house — no matter the reason — we’d love to hear your story and see how we can help.