We buy houses in Houston, TX
— cash offers and creative solutions
Close With Creative buys houses throughout the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land area. Tell us about your Houston property and within 24 hours you get every structure it qualifies for: a cash offer at 70-80% of market value closing in 7-14 days, creative financing at 90-110% of market value closing in 30-60 days, a novation at 85-95% of final sale price closing in 45-90 days, or a wholesale offer at 65-75% of market value closing in 14-30 days. You make no repairs, pay no agent commission, and pay no closing costs. You pick which path and which date.
To sell a house fast in Houston, TX: request an offer from Close With Creative, receive all four structures within 24 hours, and close on your chosen date. Cash closes in 7-14 days; creative financing pays 90-110% of market value over 30-60 days. There is no fee to the seller on any path.
Houston: Harris County's clerk, the Knight Road auction and the city's unsafe-building rules
In Harris County, deeds and other real property records are filed with the County Clerk's Public Records Department at the Civil Courthouse, 201 Caroline, Suite 310, (713) 274-6390. It is open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and its land records reach back to 1836, when the Republic of Texas was formed.
The monthly auction
The clerk's page says the trustee sale auction is held on the first Tuesday of every month at the Bayou City Event Center, 9401 Knight Road. Notices of trustee sale are filed at the Clerk's Office on the 3rd floor of 201 Caroline about three weeks ahead and also go up on the clerk's website.
Taxes
The Harris County Tax Office, 1001 Preston Street, (713) 274-8000, gives January 31 as the last date to pay before penalty and interest begin. On February 1 the combined charge starts at 7 percent. Delinquent real property accounts go to collection on July 1, and for some jurisdictions a collection penalty of 15 to 20 percent of the unpaid balance is added. Values are set by the Harris Central Appraisal District at 13013 Northwest Freeway, 713-957-7800.
Probate
Harris County has five probate courts. Courts 1 and 2 are on the 6th floor of 201 Caroline and Courts 3 and 4 on the 7th. Court No. 5 is at 1115 Congress, 5th floor. Filings go through the County Clerk's probate department at 201 Caroline, Suite 800, (713) 274-8585. Its page lists $360 in court filing fees to probate a will and says an application ordinarily must be filed within four years of the date of death. Original wills are exempt from e-filing: a copy goes in with the online application, and the original must reach the clerk within three business days. The clerk adds that it cannot answer legal questions.
Unsafe and vacant buildings
Houston's code enforcement now sits with the Houston Permitting Center, under Chapter 10 of the city code, Buildings and Neighborhood Protection. Owners must keep structures in good repair, and a vacant one must be secured against entry at every door and window. The posted fines run from $200 to $2,000. An owner who receives an Emergency Corrective Action Notice can ask for an administrative hearing, and the written request has to reach the Administrative Hearings Section within 30 days of the notice. If no request arrives in time, the city may file a lien for what it spends on the corrective work. Dangerous building cases go to the Building and Standards Commission, whose hearing agendas are posted on the same page. Community Code Enforcement is at 601 Sawyer Street, Suite 110, 832-394-0600.
Whatever you are facing, there is a path
Life rarely sells a home on schedule. These are the situations we are asked about most, and what each one actually changes about your options.
Four ways to sell in Houston
Most home-buying companies give you one number. We price your property against all four structures and show you every outcome side by side, so the choice is yours.
Three steps to sell your Houston home
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Tell us about the property
A three-minute form or a phone call. We ask what the Houston property is, what condition it is in, and what you are trying to achieve. No obligation and no cost.
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Get every structure it qualifies for, within 24 hours
Not one number. We price the property against all four structures and show you what each one pays and how long each one takes, side by side.
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Pick the path and the closing date
You choose. We handle title, the paperwork and the closing costs, and you pick the date that works.
What TX sellers say
Real results from Houston-area homeowners
“My house in Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land had major code violations. No bank would finance a buyer and I'd been told it was unsellable. Close With Creative bought it cash, as-is, in 16 days. I cried with relief.”
Teresa F.
Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
“My Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land property had code violations I couldn't afford to fix. The city was threatening fines. Close With Creative bought it in 11 days, took on every violation, and I walked away clean.”
Nancy M.
Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
“I was 5 months behind on my mortgage and the mortgage company was sending scary letters every week. Close With Creative called me back within 4 hours, explained my options clearly, and we closed in 19 days. They literally saved my house from foreclosure.”
Margaret A.
Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, TX
“My uncle passed and left me her house in Lubbock. It needed everything — structural damage and code violations. I live across the country away and couldn't deal with contractors. They bought it as-is and I had a check in 16 days. The novation option got me $35K more than the cash offer.”
Linda B.
Lubbock, TX
“Going through a divorce in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission is expensive enough without paying 6% realtor commissions. Close With Creative gave us a fair cash offer, handled everything through the title company, and both parties walked away satisfied. Professional and discreet.”
David C.
McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
“I had a triplex in Killeen-Temple with tenants who hadn't paid rent in 5 months. Every cash buyer I called gave me a lowball number. These guys presented four different options — I picked novation and got $22K more than the next best offer.”
Sandra D.
Killeen-Temple, TX
What every Houston homeowner should know before selling
These are Texas rules, and they apply to your sale wherever in the state the property sits. We handle each of them at our cost.
⚖️ Closing Process
Texas closings are handled by title companies. We coordinate all closing logistics at zero cost to you Texas Real Estate Commission .
Texas Real Estate Commission🏛️ Non-Judicial Foreclosure
Texas uses non-judicial foreclosure through deed of trust with power of sale, one of the fastest in the nation at about 60 days from notice to sale Texas Courts .
Texas Courts💰 No State Transfer Tax
Texas has no state transfer tax or stamp tax on real estate transactions. We cover all other closing costs Texas Comptroller .
Texas Comptroller📊 Texas Market Snapshot
Median home price: ~$340,000 (up 3.0% year-over-year). Median days on market: 45. 40% of homes sell above list price. Our guaranteed, no-contingency offers eliminate market uncertainty Texas Association of Realtors .
Texas Association of Realtors🗺️ We Know Texas
From the Alamo in San Antonio to the Space Center in Houston, from the Dallas skyline to the Hill Country of Fredericksburg. Whether eating brisket at a legendary smokehouse, catching Friday night football, or two-stepping at a dance hall in Gruene - we buy houses in every corner of Texas.
Other Texas markets we buy in
Selling a house in Houston, TX — common questions
Do you buy houses anywhere in the Houston area?
Yes. We buy throughout the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land area and across Texas, in any condition and any price band. If the property is outside that metro but still in Texas, we still buy it.
How fast can I get an offer on my Houston home?
Within 24 hours of telling us about the property. That covers all four structures, not just a cash number. Cash and wholesale close in 7-14 days and 14-30 days; creative finance and novation take longer because they pay more.
How fast can I sell my house in Texas?
Close With Creative provides a competitive cash or creative financing offer within 24 hours of evaluating your Texas property. If you accept, we can close in as little as 7 to 14 days, or on whichever date fits your timeline. Texas closings are handled by title companies.
Do I need to make repairs before selling my Texas home?
No. We buy all Texas properties completely as-is. You do not need to clean, paint, repair the roof, fix the foundation, or address code violations. We handle all maintenance and renovation after closing.
Are there any fees or commissions when selling to Close With Creative in Texas?
Zero. No agent commissions, no listing fees, no closing costs. Texas has no state transfer tax or stamp tax on real estate transactions. We cover all other closing costs. The offer you accept is exactly what you receive at closing.
What types of properties does Close With Creative buy in Texas?
We purchase single-family homes, townhouses, condos, duplexes, multi-family properties, mobile homes, vacant land, and commercial properties throughout Texas. Any condition — fire damage, water damage, outdated, code violations, or perfectly maintained.
How does Texas's foreclosure process work?
Texas uses non-judicial foreclosure through deed of trust with power of sale, one of the fastest in the nation at about 60 days from notice to sale. Selling to Close With Creative before foreclosure completes protects your credit and preserves your equity.
What is the difference between a cash offer and creative financing in Texas?
A cash offer means we pay the full price at closing using our own funds, typically within 7 to 14 days. Creative financing structures the purchase over time, often resulting in a higher total payout — sometimes 90% to 110% of market value. We present both options along with novation and wholesale paths so Texas sellers can choose the best fit.
Can I sell my Texas house if I still have a mortgage?
Yes. Most Texas homeowners who sell to us still carry a mortgage. At closing, your existing mortgage is paid off from the sale proceeds through the title company. If you owe more than your home is worth, we may still have creative solutions available.
How do transfer taxes or closing costs work in Texas?
Texas has no state transfer tax or stamp tax on real estate transactions. We cover all other closing costs.
What Texas cities and areas do you serve?
We buy properties across all of Texas's major markets. From the Alamo in San Antonio to the Space Center in Houston, from the Dallas skyline to the Hill Country of Fredericksburg. If it's in Texas, we'll make an offer.
How do you determine the offer price for my Texas property?
We analyze recent comparable sales, current market conditions, property condition, and repair estimates. Texas's median home price is approximately $340,000 with homes selling in about 45 days on market. Our valuation process is fully transparent — we share the data behind every offer.
Get your free offer options in Houston today
Tell us about the property and we will come back within 24 hours with every structure it qualifies for. No fee, no obligation, and you pick the closing date.