Most of this type of company will pay much less sometimes even 50% than what you would receive in the current market by simply selling it through an agent. Most do not allow you to live in the property until you find something. People are buying as is houses at record prices the gutting and redoing. Either for themselves or to resell. Call several agents and ask them to do a comparisons. Do not be sucked into any upgrading but tell them you plan on selling "as is". People are desperate to purchase housing right now.

It's mostly marketing. You will end up selling your home at well below market. Call three agents and ask them to do a market analysis and sales presentation. Then you have a good idea as to the valuation range for your home. It's free and effective.

Good advice, I suspected as much. I get mail and calls from realtors asking us if we were interested in selling. I guess we shall slog on until we are ready to call realtors. Thanks!