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Sell your Hillsborough County house as-is for cash, or list with a full-service brokerSell Your Hillsborough House Your Way
Your Home. Your Choice.
Get a fair cash offer and sell as-is, or list on the MLS with full-service representation. Work directly with John Hayes, a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker who shows you both options side by side, with no pressure.
Sell as-is for cash, or list on the MLS with full-service representation. Talk directly with licensed broker John Hayes.
Prefer to talk? Call 813-324-1911 or text 631-913-5465
- Sell as-is, no repairs
- Storm damage? Still sellable
- Close on your timeline
- Licensed broker on your side
- Full-service MLS listing
- No obligation, ever
Get your no-obligation offer
Tell us about your Hillsborough County property. John will personally reach out to you.
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Two ways to sell. One local brokerage.
A fast cash sale and a traditional listing solve different problems. We explain the trade-offs, with real numbers from recent Hillsborough sales, so you can decide.
Need it fast and simple?
Sell as-is for cash
- Sell in its current condition, even with storm damage
- No repairs, cleaning or showings
- Close on the date you choose
- Back taxes, liens or code fines can often be paid at closing
- Good fit for vacant or inherited homes
Want top dollar?
List with a full-service broker
- Full MLS exposure to buyers and agents
- Represented by a licensed broker start to finish
- Pricing based on real local sales
- Skilled negotiation on your behalf
- We'll compare your take-home from both options
Still dealing with storm damage?
In 2024, Hurricane Helene pushed storm surge into coastal Tampa Bay neighborhoods, and Hurricane Milton's heavy rain flooded rivers and homes inland about two weeks later. Many Hillsborough owners are still facing repairs, insurance fights and flood zone rebuilding rules. You don't have to fix the house to sell it.
- Flooded or storm-damaged homes can sell as-is for cash
- Homes in flood zones may have elevation or rebuild requirements. We'll explain how that affects value
- Insurance dropped or premiums too high? A cash sale doesn't depend on the buyer's new policy
- We'll help you understand where insurance or FEMA payments fit into your sale
We Help Homeowners Facing Difficult Situations
We listen first, with no judgment. Here are some of the most common reasons Hillsborough homeowners reach out to us.
Foreclosure & missed payments
Behind on mortgage payments or facing a foreclosure deadline? Let's talk through your selling options while there's still time.
Talk with John →Delinquent property taxes
Unpaid taxes and growing penalties can make keeping a property hard. Back taxes can often be paid from the sale at closing.
Talk with John →Probate & inherited homes
Inherited a home or handling an estate? We'll walk through your options while your attorney or title company handles the legal side.
Talk with John →Code violations & liens
Open Hillsborough County or City of Tampa code cases, fines, unpermitted work or liens can complicate a sale. They don't have to stop one.
Talk with John →Major repairs
Roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical or foundation problems can make an as-is sale the simpler choice.
Talk with John →Vacant & neglected properties
Empty homes come with security, insurance, upkeep and carrying costs. You can sell it as-is, without fixing it up first.
Talk with John →Divorce & separation
A jointly owned home may need to be sold during a hard time. We keep it simple and respectful.
Talk with John →Out-of-state owners
Owning a Hillsborough property you don't want from another state? Much of the process can often be handled remotely.
Talk with John →Rising ownership costs
Insurance, taxes and HOA dues keep going up. If the numbers no longer work, we'll show you what selling would net.
Talk with John →Tired landlords
Problem tenants, property damage or just being done with it. Hillsborough rentals can often sell with tenants in place.
Talk with John →Storm & water damage
Whether it came from Helene's storm surge or Milton's inland flooding, a damaged home can sell as-is.
Talk with John →Relocation & tight timelines
Moving, downsizing or a change in plans? You choose the closing date that fits.
Talk with John →Work directly with a licensed Florida broker
I'm John Hayes, a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and the owner of Hayes Vincent Real Estate Corp. My wife and I run the brokerage together as a family business, based in Wesley Chapel and serving homeowners across Hillsborough County and Tampa Bay.
Many companies that advertise "we buy houses" aren't licensed at all. As a broker, I'm held to Florida's licensing standards, and I can do something they can't: show you a cash offer and a full MLS listing side by side, then help you choose the one that puts you in the best position.
When you reach out, you talk to me, not a call center. You can verify my license anytime at MyFloridaLicense.com and read our 5-star Google reviews.
- Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker. Verify my license anytime.
- Family-owned brokerage. Not a national call center or anonymous homebuying company.
- Both options under one roof. A cash purchase or a traditional MLS listing, side by side.
- No pressure. You get the numbers and decide, with no obligation.
Serving homeowners across Hillsborough County
From Tampa and Temple Terrace to Brandon, Riverview, Apollo Beach and Plant City, we work with homeowners throughout the county.
Other counties we serve
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How it works
Three simple steps. You stay in control the whole way.
Tell us about the house
Fill out the short form, call or text John. Share the address, condition and what matters most to you.
See your options side by side
John looks at your property and recent nearby sales, then walks you through a cash offer and a full-service listing.
Pick your path and closing date
Move forward only when you understand the numbers, or choose neither. If you go ahead, you pick the timeline.
Hillsborough County homeowner questions
Can I sell a Hillsborough County house that needs major repairs?
Yes. With a cash offer you can sell as-is, even if the house needs a lot of work. The offer reflects the home's condition, and you never have to fix anything first.
Can I sell if my home flooded or was damaged in the 2024 hurricanes?
Yes. Whether the damage came from Helene's storm surge or Milton's flooding, you can sell for cash as-is without making repairs. We'll talk through how insurance or FEMA payments and any flood zone rebuilding rules affect your options.
Can I sell with a Hillsborough County code case or lien?
Yes. Code cases, fines and liens are very common and don't have to stop a sale. In most cases they're paid off from the proceeds at closing.
Can I sell a rental with tenants living there?
Yes. Many buyers will purchase with tenants in place, and we can work around existing leases. We'll explain how that affects your price and timing.
Will listing my home bring more money than a cash offer?
Often, a listing brings a higher sale price, but it can also mean repairs, showings and more time. As a full-service brokerage, we'll compare your estimated take-home from both options side by side.
Do I have to accept your offer?
No. You can review everything and decide whether it works for you, or choose neither option. There's never any obligation.
What if the property is inherited or in probate?
We can talk through your options right away. Who can sign and when you can close depend on the estate and title, so your probate attorney or title company will handle those legal steps.
Do you work in every part of Hillsborough County?
Yes. We help homeowners throughout the county, from Tampa and Town 'N' Country to Brandon, Ruskin and Plant City. Whether a cash offer fits depends on the property, and listing is always an option.
Ready to talk about your Hillsborough property?
Cash offer, MLS listing or just a second opinion. You'll talk with me personally, not a call center, with no pressure and no obligation.
813-324-1911Prefer to text? Send a message to 631-913-5465
Get your no-obligation offer
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Get my offerCash offer eligibility, timing and listing fees vary by property and agreement.
Sell Your Hillsborough House Your Way
Sell as-is for cash or list with full-service representation. Work directly with a licensed Florida real estate broker.
Get My No-Obligation Offer 5-Star Rated on GoogleTwo Ways to Sell
Sell As-Is for Cash
- No repairs or cleaning
- No showings
- Flexible closing timeline
List With a Full-Service Broker
- Full MLS exposure
- Licensed broker representation
- Skilled negotiation on your behalf
Not sure which is right? We'll show you both, with real numbers.
We Help Homeowners Facing Difficult Situations
Tap a topic to learn how we can help.
Foreclosure & Delinquent Taxes
Foreclosure & missed payments
Behind on mortgage payments or facing a foreclosure deadline? Let's talk through your selling options while there's still time.
Delinquent property taxes
Unpaid taxes and growing penalties can make keeping a property hard. Back taxes can often be paid from the sale at closing.
Rising ownership costs
Insurance, taxes and HOA dues keep going up. If the numbers no longer work, we'll show you what selling would net.
Probate & Inherited Properties
Probate & inherited homes
Inherited a home or handling an estate? We'll walk through your options while your attorney or title company handles the legal side.
Out-of-state owners
Owning a Hillsborough property you don't want from another state? Much of the process can often be handled remotely.
Code Violations & Liens
Code violations & liens
Open Hillsborough County or City of Tampa code cases, fines, unpermitted work or liens can complicate a sale. They don't have to stop one.
Major Repairs & Vacant Homes
Major repairs
Roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical or foundation problems can make an as-is sale the simpler choice.
Vacant & neglected properties
Empty homes come with security, insurance, upkeep and carrying costs. You can sell it as-is, without fixing it up first.
Storm & Flood Damage
Storm & water damage
Whether it came from Helene's storm surge or Milton's inland flooding, a damaged home can sell as-is.
In 2024, Hurricane Helene pushed storm surge into coastal Tampa Bay neighborhoods, and Hurricane Milton's heavy rain flooded rivers and homes inland about two weeks later. Many Hillsborough owners are still facing repairs, insurance fights and flood zone rebuilding rules.
- Flooded or storm-damaged homes can sell as-is for cash
- Homes in flood zones may have elevation or rebuild requirements. We'll explain how that affects value
- Insurance dropped or premiums too high? A cash sale doesn't depend on the buyer's new policy
- We'll help you understand where insurance or FEMA payments fit into your sale
Divorce, Relocation & Other Situations
Divorce & separation
A jointly owned home may need to be sold during a hard time. We keep it simple and respectful.
Relocation & tight timelines
Moving, downsizing or a change in plans? You choose the closing date that fits.
Tired landlords
Problem tenants, property damage or just being done with it. Hillsborough rentals can often sell with tenants in place.
Meet Your Broker
I'm John Hayes, a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker and owner of Hayes Vincent Real Estate Corp. We're a family-owned brokerage helping homeowners throughout Tampa Bay.
Unlike companies that only buy houses, we can offer you two options: sell directly for cash or list your property on the MLS.
You'll work directly with me, not an anonymous call center.
How It Works
- Tell Us About Your PropertyCall, text, or submit your property information.
- Review Your OptionsWe'll explain your cash sale and MLS listing options.
- Decide What's Best for YouMove forward on your terms, without pressure or obligation.
Hillsborough County homeowner questions
Can I sell a Hillsborough County house that needs major repairs?
Yes. With a cash offer you can sell as-is, even if the house needs a lot of work. The offer reflects the home's condition, and you never have to fix anything first.
Can I sell if my home flooded or was damaged in the 2024 hurricanes?
Yes. Whether the damage came from Helene's storm surge or Milton's flooding, you can sell for cash as-is without making repairs. We'll talk through how insurance or FEMA payments and any flood zone rebuilding rules affect your options.
Can I sell with a Hillsborough County code case or lien?
Yes. Code cases, fines and liens are very common and don't have to stop a sale. In most cases they're paid off from the proceeds at closing.
Can I sell a rental with tenants living there?
Yes. Many buyers will purchase with tenants in place, and we can work around existing leases. We'll explain how that affects your price and timing.
Will listing my home bring more money than a cash offer?
Often, a listing brings a higher sale price, but it can also mean repairs, showings and more time. As a full-service brokerage, we'll compare your estimated take-home from both options side by side.
Do I have to accept your offer?
No. You can review everything and decide whether it works for you, or choose neither option. There's never any obligation.
What if the property is inherited or in probate?
We can talk through your options right away. Who can sign and when you can close depend on the estate and title, so your probate attorney or title company will handle those legal steps.
Do you work in every part of Hillsborough County?
Yes. We help homeowners throughout the county, from Tampa and Town 'N' Country to Brandon, Ruskin and Plant City. Whether a cash offer fits depends on the property, and listing is always an option.
Areas we serve in Hillsborough County
From Tampa and Temple Terrace to Brandon, Riverview, Apollo Beach and Plant City, we work with homeowners throughout the county.
Tampa, Brandon, Plant City, Lutz, Riverview, Valrico, Seffner, Temple Terrace, Town 'N' Country, Carrollwood, Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Sun City Center, Gibsonton, Thonotosassa, Wimauma.
Other counties we serve
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Cash offer, MLS listing, or simply exploring your options.
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