Selling a Hawaii house while you relocate

A new job, a military move, family needs, or the cost of living can mean leaving the islands faster than a traditional listing allows. Managing showings, repairs, and contractors from the mainland is hard. Fast Hawaii Home Buyers gives Hawaii owners a written as-is cash offer so you can plan your move around a closing date you choose.

We consider homes on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and Hawaii Island. You do not need to fix, clean, or stage the house, and you can leave behind items you do not want to ship, if the offer allows it. Much of the process can be handled by phone, email, and with a Hawaii escrow company, including after you have already moved.

Off-island sellers

If you will be a nonresident when you sell, Hawaii's HARPTA withholding rules may apply. We do not give tax advice; ask your escrow company or CPA early so there are no surprises at closing.

How it works

Call (808) 720-0222 or request an offer online. Tell us the address, your move date, and the condition of the home. We review the details and send a written offer. There is no obligation to accept. Timing depends on escrow, title, liens, and occupancy.

How we work: we sign a purchase agreement with you. We may close the purchase ourselves or assign the agreement to a local investor partner. Your price and terms in the agreement stay the same either way.

Get Your Cash Offer or call (808) 720-0222. Read more about HARPTA for off-island sellers.

Relocating FAQ

Can I sell after I have already moved?

Often, yes. Escrow can usually handle signing remotely; ask them about notary options.

Can I pick my closing date?

You choose a target date, subject to escrow and title.

Do I need to empty the house?

Not necessarily. Tell us what you plan to leave and we will address it in the offer.

What if I am PCSing with the military?

Share your report date. We can review the house while you are still on island or after you leave, and escrow can usually arrange remote signing. Ask your installation housing office or a legal assistance attorney about any orders-related questions.

What if the house is still listed or rented?

Tell us. We can review a home that is occupied by you, a tenant, or family, and we will note occupancy and move-out timing in the written terms.

Planning a sale around a move

Before you go. If you can, send photos and note known issues such as roof age, plumbing, termites, or unpermitted work. A short walk-through while you are still on island can speed things up, but it is not required in every case.

Choosing a date. Some sellers want to close before they fly out. Others prefer to close after the movers leave so they can stay in the house until the last day. You set a target date in the agreement, and closing happens when escrow, title, and payoff figures are ready.

As-is means as-is. You do not need to repaint, repair, or ship furniture you do not want. Our written offer explains what can be left behind.

Escrow from the mainland. A Hawaii escrow company handles documents, payoffs, and funds. Many sellers sign with a mobile notary where they now live. If you will be a nonresident at closing, ask escrow about HARPTA withholding so it is not a surprise.

Transparency. We may close ourselves or assign the purchase agreement to a local investor partner. That is disclosed in every offer, and your price and terms stay the same either way.

We review homes on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island.

Moving soon? Request your written cash offer or call (808) 720-0222.