Hi, I’m Darren Brown, Investor, California realtor, Broker, and owner of DarrenBuysHomesCash.com. Today I want to discuss important red flags in contracts from cash home buyers. As a veteran with over 30 years of experience in Sacramento’s real estate market, I regularly encounter fake cash buyers. Many sellers prefer avoiding realtor fees but hesitate to work with cash buyers due to scam concerns—and rightfully so. Approximately 30% of Sacramento cash buyers send questionable contracts to sellers. This has happened to me multiple times already in 2025! Let me share five critical red flags to help you avoid scams and make informed decisions. First, beware of unrealistically high offers—when the price seems too good to be true, it usually is. This tactic locks you into a contract while giving the buyer leverage to drastically reduce the price later. Second, legitimate cash buyers like myself can close within 14 days—there’s no valid reason for longer timeframes since title reports are typically available within 7 days. Third, excessive contingencies are suspicious—as an experienced buyer, I make my assessment during the initial 15-20 minute walkthrough. Fourth, insist on current proof of funds (within 3 days), either a bank statement or hard money verification. Fifth, verify the buyer’s legitimacy—ensure you can find them online and confirm their business is registered with the Secretary of State. Armed with these insights, trust your instincts when reviewing offers. If you’re looking to save money by selling without a realtor, contact me directly or visit my website. I hope this information helps you navigate the process with confidence. Reach me at (916) 300-7962 or visit www.darrenbuyshomescash.com. We SPECIALIZE IN BUYING SQUATTER, HOARDER, TENANT OCCUPIED, FIXERS, MOBILE HOMES AND HOMEOWNERS EXPERIENCING DISTRESS & STRESS. PRIMARY AREAS ARE: SACRAMENTO, S. SAC, OAK PARK, FLORIN AREA, DEL PASO HTS, NORTH HIGHLANDS, CARMICHAEL, CITRUS HEIGHTS AND ORANGEVALE.
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