Sell your house fast in Fort Worth, TX
We buy Fort Worth and Tarrant County houses as-is, for cash, from Arlington to Weatherford. Get a fair offer within 24 hours and close when you’re ready.
- Any condition, any situation
- We pay all closing costs
- Close in as little as 2–3 weeks
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Why Fort Worth homeowners sell to us
From older homes near downtown to suburbs across Tarrant County, Fort Worth sellers come to us when they want a sale without repairs, showings or uncertainty.
Foundation & repairs
Clay soil and older housing stock mean foundation and repair issues are common. We buy as-is.
Behind on payments
Texas foreclosures can move quickly. A fast sale can pay off the loan before the sale date.
Inherited property
We work with families and executors to sell inherited homes simply.
Downsizing
Moving to something smaller or closer to family? Choose a closing date that fits the move.
Sold in 3 simple steps
Tell us about the house
Fill out the form or call. We’ll ask a few questions about the property and your timeline.
Get a fair cash offer
After a short walkthrough, you get a written offer within 24 hours, with the math explained.
Close on your date
Texas sales close through a title company. Close in as little as 2–3 weeks, or on the date you pick. We pay all of your closing costs.
We buy all over the Fort Worth area
We buy across Tarrant, Parker and Johnson counties.
“I lost my job and got behind on my mortgage… We closed in 9 days and I avoided foreclosure.”
“My brother and I inherited our mom’s house… They handled the entire process.”
Reviews from BAM sellers. We’ll add Fort Worth seller stories here as we close more deals locally.
What selling a house in Fort Worth looks like right now
Fort Worth mixes historic in-town neighborhoods with fast-growing suburbs stretching west into Parker County and south into Johnson County. Areas near downtown and the Cultural District have homes dating to the early 1900s through the 1950s, while much of the west and south side has grown with new subdivisions over the last 20 years. Like the rest of North Texas, the region sits on shifting clay soils, so foundation movement and cracked slabs show up often on inspections, and severe hail storms are common, making roof age a frequent talking point. Many newer neighborhoods carry MUD or PID assessments on top of standard property taxes, and both taxes and insurance premiums have risen. For an older home that needs a roof, foundation work or a full remodel, some owners decide selling as-is is easier than managing repairs before a sale.
Fort Worth market snapshot, Three months ending August 2026
Homes sold for about 2% below list price on average, and 16% sold above the asking price.
Data: Redfin, City of Fort Worth, Three months ending August 2026.
Probate, taxes and foreclosure in the Fort Worth area
Each county runs these a little differently. Here’s what matters when you’re selling an inherited house, dealing with back taxes or trying to stay ahead of a foreclosure. General information, not legal advice.
Tarrant County County seat: Fort Worth
- Probate
- Probate cases go to Tarrant County Probate Court No. 1 or No. 2, statutory probate courts, with filings through the County Clerk. Independent administration is common in Texas, and a small estate affidavit is possible when the estate, not counting the homestead and exempt property, is worth $75,000 or less (as of 2026).
- Property taxes
- Tarrant Appraisal District sets values and the Tarrant County Tax Assessor-Collector collects. The protest deadline is May 15 or 30 days after the appraisal notice is delivered, whichever is later.
- Foreclosure and tax sales
- Mortgage foreclosures are usually non-judicial trustee sales held the first Tuesday of the month, after at least 21 days’ notice, at the base of the courthouse steps on the west side of the Tarrant County Courthouse, 100 West Weatherford Street, Fort Worth. Unpaid property taxes lead to a tax suit and sheriff’s sale; a homestead owner generally has 2 years to redeem after the sale, other property 180 days.
Parker County County seat: Weatherford
- Probate
- Parker County has no stand-alone statutory probate court. Probate and estate matters are heard by the Parker County Court at Law (and the constitutional county court), with filings through the County Clerk at 1112 Santa Fe Drive, Weatherford. A small estate affidavit is possible when the estate, not counting the homestead and exempt property, is worth $75,000 or less (as of 2026).
- Property taxes
- Parker County Appraisal District sets values and the Parker County Tax Assessor-Collector collects. The protest deadline is May 15 or 30 days after the appraisal notice is delivered, whichever is later.
- Foreclosure and tax sales
- Mortgage foreclosures are usually non-judicial trustee sales held the first Tuesday of the month between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., after at least 21 days’ notice, at the location the Parker County Commissioners Court designates for foreclosure sales, generally at the Parker County Courthouse in Weatherford. Unpaid property taxes lead to a tax suit and constable’s or sheriff’s sale; a homestead owner generally has 2 years to redeem after the sale, other property 180 days.
Johnson County County seat: Cleburne
- Probate
- Johnson County has no stand-alone statutory probate court. Probate and estate matters are heard by Johnson County Court at Law No. 1 or No. 2, with filings through the County Clerk. A small estate affidavit is possible when the estate, not counting the homestead and exempt property, is worth $75,000 or less (as of 2026).
- Property taxes
- Johnson County Appraisal District (Johnson CAD) sets values and the Johnson County Tax Assessor-Collector collects. The protest deadline is May 15 or 30 days after the appraisal notice is delivered, whichever is later.
- Foreclosure and tax sales
- Mortgage foreclosures are usually non-judicial trustee sales held the first Tuesday of the month (first Wednesday if that Tuesday is January 1 or July 4) between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., after at least 21 days’ notice, at the exterior steps outside the west doors of the Johnson County Historic Courthouse, 2 North Main Street, Cleburne. Unpaid property taxes lead to a tax suit and sheriff’s sale; a homestead owner generally has 2 years to redeem after the sale, other property 180 days.
Where we buy houses around Fort Worth
We buy in every part of the metro, in any condition. These are some of the areas and ZIP codes we see most.
- Fairmount / Near Southside76104, 76110early 1900s bungalows and craftsman homes
- Ryan Place761101910s-1930s historic homes
- Arlington Heights / Cultural District761071920s-1950s homes mixed with newer infill
- Wedgwood761331950s-1960s brick ranch homes
- Eastside / Meadowbrook76103, 76112mid-century brick and frame homes
- White Settlement761081950s-1980s modest homes
- Arlington76010, 760131960s-1990s suburban homes
- Mansfield760631990s-2010s newer subdivisions
- Burleson760281980s-2010s suburban subdivisions, part in Johnson County
- Weatherford76086, 76087older in-town homes plus newer rural subdivisions
- Aledo76008newer subdivisions on larger lots
- Cleburne76031, 76033older homes near downtown plus newer subdivisions
- Crowley760361990s-2010s suburban subdivisions
- Saginaw761791980s-2000s suburban homes
- North Richland Hills76180, 761821960s-1990s brick homes
- Haltom City761171950s-1970s modest homes
What a Fort Worth seller actually walks away with
The list price isn’t what you keep. Here’s an illustrative example for a dated Fort Worth house that needs work. We set the example’s after-repair value a little under the Fort Worth median of about $332,000, since a dated house that needs work is usually a modest, older home.
| List it yourself | Sell to BAM as-is | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale price after repairs | $285,000 | Your offer amount |
| Repairs before listing | −$42,000 | $0 |
| Agent commissions (5.5% assumed) | −$15,700 | $0 |
| Title, escrow, transfer tax and other seller costs (est. 1.5%) | −$4,300 | $0, we pay them |
| Holding costs for 3 to 4 months (est. 1%) | −$2,900 | $0 |
| Inspection repair credits and concessions (est. 1%) | −$2,900 | $0 |
| What you walk away with | $217,200 | Your offer, dollar for dollar |
Illustrative example, not an offer or appraisal. Commissions are negotiable and every house is different. When you list with an agent in Texas, commissions are negotiable, and many sellers have historically paid a combined 5% to 6% to the listing and buyer’s agents. In much of Texas the seller customarily pays for the buyer’s owner’s title policy, whose premium is set by the Texas Department of Insurance, though the standard TREC contract lets the two sides agree otherwise. Texas has no transfer tax, and the state constitution bars one. In Fort Worth-area neighborhoods with MUD or PID assessments, expect prorated amounts to show up as a seller credit at closing.
Compare our cash offer to that bottom-line number, not to the list price. If it’s close, you skip the repairs, the showings and months of waiting. If listing will clearly net you more, we’ll tell you.
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- tarrantcountytx.gov/en/probate-courts.html
- tarrantcountytx.gov/en/tax/property-tax/public-auctions.html
- tarrantcountytx.gov/en/county-clerk/real-estate-records/foreclosures.html
- texas.public.law/statutes/tex._tax_code_section_41.44
- texaslawhelp.org/article/small-estate-affidavits
- texas.public.law/statutes/tex._prop._code_section_51.002
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- parkercountytx.gov/371/Foreclosures
- johnsoncountytx.org/government/county-clerk/court-section
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- redfin.com/city/30827/TX/Fort-Worth/housing-market
Facts checked September 2026. Laws, deadlines and fees change, so confirm details with the county or a local attorney before you rely on them.
Selling a house for cash in Fort Worth
Do you buy houses that need a lot of work?
Yes. We buy houses in any condition, including ones with foundation, roof or plumbing problems.
How much time do I have if I’m facing foreclosure in Texas?
Texas foreclosures are usually non-judicial, which means the lender can sell the house without going to court. Sales happen on the first Tuesday of the month, and the timeline after notices go out can be short. Call us as early as you can.
How fast can you close in Fort Worth?
In most cases in as little as 2–3 weeks. You can also choose a later date.
Who handles the closing?
A licensed Texas title company handles the closing. We pay all of your closing costs.
My Fort Worth house needs foundation work. Do I have to tell a buyer?
In most Texas sales, yes. The seller’s disclosure notice asks about known defects, including foundation, wall or roof problems, and past repairs. North Texas clay soil moves with rainfall, so foundation history is common on older homes here. Being upfront about what you know, and sharing any repair records, helps a buyer trust the deal and avoids problems late in escrow.
How fast can a foreclosure happen in Tarrant County?
Texas foreclosures are usually non-judicial, so they move fast once started. For a home you live in, the lender generally has to give at least 20 days to cure the default, then post a notice of sale at least 21 days before the auction. Sales happen the first Tuesday of the month at the Tarrant County Courthouse steps. Selling before the sale date is one way owners hold on to their equity.
I inherited a house in the Fort Worth area. Can I sell it before probate is finished?
You need legal authority to sign the deed. That usually comes from being named independent executor or administrator by the court handling the estate, or from a muniment of title or court order establishing the heirs. A title company will ask to see these documents before closing. Once you have that authority, you can sell the house as-is while the rest of the estate is still being wrapped up.
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