“How REI Branded Home Buyer Can Help”
That bathroom addition from 2005?
The converted garage your uncle built?
The deck installed “without all that paperwork”?
If you’re trying to sell a home in Everett with unpermitted work, you’ve probably been told it’s a nightmare. We’re here to tell you: it doesn’t have to be.
At REI Branded Home Buyer, we buy homes as-is — permits or not.
🧾 What Is Unpermitted Work?
Unpermitted work is any construction, remodeling, or electrical/plumbing update done without proper city or county approval.
Everett homes often run into issues with:
- Non-permitted garage conversions
- DIY additions
- Structural changes without permits
- Uninspected electrical or plumbing work
These issues can delay closings, trigger code violations, or even void insurance.
🛑 Common Problems With Unpermitted Work in Everett
- Can’t pass inspection
- Buyer’s lender won’t approve financing
- Title issues
- Clouds on title
- City fines or forced demolition
You may get hit with a notice of violation or be forced into expensive post-permitting.
🏘️ Where We See It in Everett
We regularly help homeowners sell houses with unpermitted work in:
🔗 Helpful Links
- Unpermitted Work Regulations WA
- Code Enforcement WA
- Cloud on Title
- Everett City Site
- REI Branded Everett Page
- Contact Us
✅ We Make Selling Easy — Permits or Not
You don’t need to:
❌ Fix or update the work
❌ Pull retroactive permits
❌ Wait for an inspection
❌ Lose money to code enforcement
We’ll buy the house with unpermitted work fully disclosed, and we’ll handle the headache.
📧 info@reibrandedhomebuyer.com
📍 Everett + Snohomish County
👉 Request your as-is offer now
Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or real estate advice. REI Branded Home Buyer is not a law firm, and readers are encouraged to consult with licensed professionals regarding their specific situation. All efforts have been made to provide accurate information at the time of writing. Local laws, regulations, and housing policies may change over time.
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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.