There are companies out there that offer to pay cash for homes in any situation. For instance if you want to sell your home as you are emigrating then a quick sale could be crucial. Otherwise you could have to fly back home to finalise the sale if a sale was made. With a company who would pay cash for your home you could make a sale often in just a couple of weeks and then leave with all loose ends tied up.

You could also look for companies that buy houses if you are going through a divorce and neither of the partners wants to remain in the home. A quick sale could be made which would allow you to split the proceeds of the sale with your ex and you could then move on with your life.

You might also look into making a fast sale this way if you want to free up the equity in your home. It could also be a viable alternative to selling your home if you have been left property as inheritance. You could not only sell quick but you would also not have any fees to pay out to solicitors or estate agents.