Frequently Asked Questions

How fast can you close?

As fast as 7 days from the day you accept our offer. We are cash buyers — no lender, no financing timeline, no appraisal delays. We use a licensed Texas title company, and once they give us a clear to close, we schedule closing the next business day. If you need more time, we work around your schedule.

What happens after I fill out the form?

We call you within a few hours — sometimes sooner. We will ask a few questions about the property and your situation. If it makes sense, we schedule a walkthrough. You will have a written cash offer within 24 hours. No obligation to accept. No pressure to decide on the spot.

Do I need to make repairs before selling?

No. We buy properties exactly as they are — foundation issues, fire damage, full gut renovation needed, years of deferred maintenance, code violations stacking up. None of it affects your ability to sell. You do not need to clean, paint, stage, or fix a single thing. Leave whatever you do not want and take whatever you do.

Are there any fees or commissions?

None. We are direct buyers — there is no agent, no MLS listing, no commission. We also cover standard closing costs on our end. The offer we make is what you walk away with. No deductions, no surprises at the table.

What types of properties do you buy?

Houses (single-family, detached, townhomes), land, and mobile homes with land — across all five I-35 Corridor counties: Bexar, Travis, Williamson, Comal, and Hays. Any condition, any situation. If you own it and it is in our coverage area, we will make an offer.

How is your cash offer calculated?

We look at comparable sales in the area, the current condition of the property, and the cost of repairs or updates needed. We buy at a discount in exchange for speed and certainty — no repairs required, no financing risk, no 60-day closing process. Our offer will not be the highest number you hear. It will be real, fast, and will close.

Do I need a lawyer to sell to you?

No. The transaction goes through a licensed Texas title company, which handles the legal transfer of ownership, title search, and closing documents. You are welcome to have an attorney review anything before you sign — we have no problem with that. But it is not required for the process.

How is this different from listing with a realtor?

A realtor lists your property, markets it, and waits for a buyer — typically 60 to 90 days, often longer. Buyers use financing that can fall through. Inspections create repair requests. Commissions run 5 to 6 percent off the top. With us: no listing, no showings, no financing risk, no commissions, no repair requests. Close in 7 days. If your timeline requires certainty — a foreclosure date, a tax deadline, a relocation — a listing may not close in time.

Is ZI Properties a legitimate company?

Yes. ZI Properties LLC is a registered real estate company based in San Antonio, Texas. We have closed deals in Bexar, Travis, Williamson, Comal, and Hays County. All transactions go through licensed Texas title companies. We provide proof of funds before you sign anything. Call us at (210) 864-8420 and ask anything — we are real people who pick up the phone.

Will you share proof of funds before I sign anything?

Yes — every time. We provide proof of funds as a standard part of our process before any purchase agreement is signed. This is non-negotiable for us. If a buyer ever cannot or will not show proof of funds before you sign, walk away.

Do you work with sellers who are behind on taxes?

Yes — this is one of the most common situations we handle. We pay all outstanding property taxes at closing as part of the transaction. You walk away clean — no liens, no outstanding balances, nothing following you after the sale. If you have received notices from the county or are unsure how much is owed, call us. We can help figure out the exact amount and whether a cash sale makes sense for your situation.

Can I sell if there are tenants living in the property?

Yes. We buy properties with tenants in place. You do not have to evict anyone, negotiate a move-out, or manage the tenant situation before selling. We take it from there after closing. This is particularly common with tired landlords who are done managing from a distance.

What if my property is in bad condition?

That is exactly what we buy. Foundation problems, fire or water damage, roof failures, full renovations needed, years of deferred maintenance, code violations — none of it disqualifies the property. We have bought homes that realtors refused to list and that banks would not finance. If it is in the I-35 Corridor, we will come look at it and make an offer.