Quick Answer
If you need to sell your house urgently in Ontario, the fastest option is usually a direct sale to a cash buyer. There is no listing, no showings and no buyer financing to wait on. GTA House Buyers makes a written cash offer within 24 hours, buys the house as-is and can close in as little as 5 days, or on the date you choose. A real estate lawyer handles the closing, and you pay no commissions.
Your options when you need to sell fast
| Option | Typical timeline | Main costs | Certainty |
| List with a real estate agent | Usually 2 to 6 months to sell and close | Commission (OREA reports 4% to 5% in Ontario) plus 13% HST on it, staging, repairs, legal fees | Depends on the buyer’s financing and conditions |
| Sell privately | Depends on finding a buyer and their financing | Marketing, legal fees, your time; buyer’s agent commission if one is involved | Same financing risk as a listing |
| Sell to a cash buyer | As little as 5 days, or the date you pick | Legal fees only; no commissions or repairs | No financing conditions |
A cash offer is usually lower than the best possible listing price. The trade-off is speed, certainty and no commissions, repairs or carrying costs while you wait. See our breakdown of how much it costs to sell a house in Ontario.
Five steps to sell your house urgently
- Set your deadline. Do you need to close in days, by the end of the month, or before a specific date such as a new home closing?
- Gather your paperwork. Your latest mortgage statement (or the lender’s letter if you are in arrears), your most recent property tax bill, condo management details if it is a condo or townhouse, leases if it is rented, and the will or certificate of appointment if it is an estate.
- Skip the repairs. A cash buyer purchases as-is, so there is no need to fix, clean or stage.
- Get a written offer. Call (647) 848-7790 or fill in the form. You receive a written cash offer within 24 hours, with no obligation to accept.
- Close with your lawyer. Your real estate lawyer reviews the agreement, pays out the mortgage and handles the transfer on the closing date you choose.
Situations where sellers need to move fast
- Behind on mortgage payments, or facing a power of sale
- A divorce or separation where neither person wants to keep the house
- An inherited or estate property
- Relocating for work, or you already bought your next home
- A rental property with tenants you cannot easily remove
- A house that needs major repairs, or a listing that expired without selling
- Owing back property taxes or other debts
GTA House Buyers buys houses in all of these situations, in almost any area or price range in Ontario.
A seller story: Jennifer’s deadline
Jennifer had bought her next home in Kingston and the closing date was set. Her Toronto house needed repairs, and agents told her it could take months to sell. She could not carry two mortgages. GTA House Buyers visited the next day, made her a written offer and closed on her timeline. She did not fix the roof, replace the carpets or clean out the basement.
Why sellers choose GTA House Buyers
- Buying houses in Toronto and across Ontario since 2003
- BBB accredited with an A+ rating
- Written cash offer within 24 hours, no obligation
- Close in as little as 5 days, or on the date you choose
- No commissions, no repairs, no showings
- Your lawyer handles the paperwork and closing
Frequently asked questions
How fast can I sell my house in Ontario?
With a cash buyer, a sale can close in as little as 5 days once you accept the offer. A traditional listing usually takes 2 to 6 months.
Do I have to fix anything before selling?
No. GTA House Buyers buys houses as-is, in any condition.
Do I still need a lawyer?
Yes. In Ontario a real estate lawyer handles the transfer of title and the closing funds. Your lawyer represents you on a cash sale too.
Will I pay a commission?
No. When you sell directly to GTA House Buyers there are no agent commissions.
Can I sell if the house has tenants?
Yes. We buy houses with tenants in place.
Talk to us today
Call (647) 848-7790 for a confidential conversation, or request your cash offer online.