Weight the difference between selling to Volcano Developments vs. listing your land with an agent or FSBO
Whether your land is in a buyer’s or seller’s market, you always have options when you’re ready to sell. Selling directly can help you reach your real estate goals, without the costs and hassles of an agency. An agent might promise you a higher (and often overinflated) price, which you have no guarantee of getting. And even if you do secure a higher sales price, it doesn’t necessarily mean you will be taking more cash home. After you factor in the commissions, taxes, fees, and the time it will take to sell, you might find the more lucrative option is to sell directly.
Check out the details below and run the numbers for yourself to see what option will work the best for you!
| Factor | Sell Your Land for Cash to Volcano Developments | List Your Land With a Real Estate Agent | Sell Your Land Yourself (FSBO) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timeline to Get Paid | Fast closing once title is clear — often in a few weeks or on your schedule. | Depends on the land market; it can take months to find a buyer and close. | Timeline is uncertain and usually longer, since you’re doing all marketing and screening yourself. |
| Marketing & Exposure | No public listing required — we evaluate your land directly and make a straightforward cash offer. | Agent lists on the MLS and land sites, which can increase exposure but may still be slow for rural or unique parcels. | You’re responsible for all marketing, photos, signs, and online listings. |
| Upfront Costs & Fees | No commissions, no marketing costs, and no prep work. We typically cover most standard closing costs. | You’ll usually pay a 5–6% agent commission at closing, plus potential closing costs and concessions. | No commission, but you pay for photos, signs, listing fees, and your own time. |
| Preparation & Paperwork | We buy land as-is. We help coordinate title, basic due diligence, and paperwork for a smoother sale. | Agent helps with contracts and negotiation, but may ask you to handle surveys, perc tests, or cleanup. | You handle all contracts, disclosures, title work, and negotiation on your own. |
| Price & Certainty | Clear, written cash offer with a high degree of certainty once terms are agreed. | Potential for a higher price, but no guarantee, and buyers may back out during due diligence. | You keep full control over price, but buyers often expect a discount and deals can fall through easily. |
| Best For | Landowners who want to sell quickly, avoid hassle, and turn unused land into cash without a long wait. | Sellers who have time, are comfortable with showings and negotiations, and want to try for top-of-market pricing. | Owners who are very hands-on, experienced, and willing to invest time and effort to manage the entire sale themselves. |
Do The Math – See What Makes The Most Sense For YOUR Situation!
Getting an offer from Volcano Developments requires zero obligation. We will not hassle you to make a decision, we will simply make you an offer, and you decide if you want to take it or leave it!
Selling directly offers a plethora of benefits an agent just can’t provide.
- A fast close. You can walk away with cash in your hand in about 2 weeks!
- Stop paying property taxes NOW instead of months down the road when the property closes via an agent
- Volcano Developments will cover all costs. We take care of everything and there are never any hidden fees or reductions to what we offer you.
- Put delinquent taxes behind you. Have you found yourself behind on property taxes? Why pay a small fortune on land you aren’t using? Wouldn’t you rather put cash in your pocket before the county takes the property?
Our mission is to make the process fast and easy. We want to pay you a FAIR price for the land you aren’t using. Before you commit to an agent, do your math and think about all the time and energy you will save by selling direct. When you work with Volcano Developments the process is completely hassle-free. There are no commissions or fees that you would face if selling the traditional route.
Is selling direct right for you? Call us now to find out what we can do for you!
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