What this means
Code violations are findings by a local building, zoning, or property-maintenance authority that a property doesn't meet current requirements, from overgrown lots and junk vehicles up through unpermitted work and structural issues.
Why a traditional listing can be hard
Lenders may refuse to finance a home with open violations, and accruing fines reduce your net at closing. Retail buyers usually want the issues resolved before they'll commit, which puts the repair cost back on you.
How an as-is sale works
Cash buyers experienced with code issues factor the cost of curing violations into their offer and take responsibility for resolving them after closing. You sell as-is and stop the fines from growing.
Virginia-specific considerations
Code enforcement in Virginia is handled at the city or county level, and unresolved violations can become liens against the property in some localities. Rules and penalties vary widely across Hampton Roads. This is general information; confirm specifics with your local code-enforcement office.
When a real estate agent may be the better choice
If the violations are minor and cheap to cure, fixing them before a retail listing can remove the discount buyers would otherwise demand.
We help with this across Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and the rest of Hampton Roads.