Before you talk to anyone, run through this list honestly. It’ll save you time either way.

Ask yourself these questions

Do you need to sell in under 60 days? Would repairs cost more than you can front right now? Is certainty more valuable to you than squeezing out the highest possible price? Are you dealing with a life situation — divorce, inheritance, foreclosure — where speed and simplicity matter?

If you answered yes to two or more

A cash sale is very likely worth exploring further, even if you ultimately decide against it.

If you answered no to most of these

A traditional listing with an agent might net you more money, assuming you have the time and cash flow to see it through.

Either way, getting a no-obligation cash offer costs you nothing and gives you a real number to compare against.