Common Problems We Buy
- Notices of violation and civil citations from Prince George’s County code compliance – tall grass, trash, open storage, inoperable vehicles, property maintenance
- Unpermitted additions, decks, basement finishes, or kitchens (Prince George’s County requires permits for many of these)
- DC vacant or blighted property designations, which carry Class 3 (5%) and Class 4 (10%) tax rates
- Condemned or boarded properties, and fire-damaged homes
Why As-Is Often Wins Here
Fixing violations means permits, contractors, inspections, and deadlines, while fines and taxes keep adding up. An as-is buyer takes on the work. We’ll check what’s open, estimate what it would take to fix, and show you both paths. If correcting a few items would let you list for much more, we’ll say so.
Three Ways to Sell – Compared Side by Side
Most companies give you one option: theirs. Because Ken is a licensed Realtor and a licensed mortgage professional, you get every option in writing so you can choose.
| Sell As-Is for Cash | List on the Open Market | Sell or Keep Your Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Repairs | None | Your choice – we advise what pays off | Not applicable |
| Showings | One walkthrough | Yes | None |
| Timeline | You pick the closing date | Typically longer; depends on market | Varies by note |
| Best for | Speed, certainty, homes needing work | Getting top dollar | Owners who sold with seller financing |
You see the numbers for each path, then decide. No pressure, no fee to get the comparison.
How It Works
- Tell us about the property. Call (240) 363-9117 or fill out the short form – about two minutes.
- Ken walks the property with you. One visit, no cleanup needed.
- Get your written options. A cash offer and an estimated listing net, side by side.
- Choose your path and your date. If you choose cash, you pick the closing date at a local title company.
Why Sellers Call Ken
- Licensed Realtor since 1985 – four decades of DC-area closings
- Licensed mortgage professional (NMLS #2189943), so he understands liens, payoffs, and financing problems that stall other buyers
- MBA in Real Estate Development, George Washington University
- Experience with short sales, foreclosures, estates, military and veteran moves, and HUD-approved housing counseling
- Straight answers in writing – including when listing will net you more than a cash sale
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you buy a house with open fines or liens?
Often yes. Many can be paid from sale proceeds at closing. The title company confirms what’s owed.
Will the violations transfer to the buyer?
Typically the buyer takes responsibility for correcting the conditions; how existing fines and orders are handled depends on the jurisdiction and title. We’ll explain before you sign.
My DC property is classified as vacant. Can I still sell?
Yes, and selling or reoccupying the property may stop the higher tax rate going forward.
Do I have to disclose violations?
Yes – be upfront. We already expect them, and honest disclosure protects you.
Get Your Free Side-by-Side Comparison
Tell us a little about the property. It takes about two minutes, and Ken follows up personally.
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Ken Bossard is a licensed real estate agent with Samson Properties District of Columbia license #SP98374090 and a licensed mortgage loan originator, NMLS #2189943. When Ken or an affiliated entity offers to buy your property, you will receive written disclosure of his license status no later than when the offer is made. If we intend to assign our purchase contract to another buyer, we will tell you in writing before you sign. A cash offer is not an appraisal; you are always free to list your home or consult your own attorney or agent. Equal Housing Opportunity.