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Sell Your House As-Is. Know Every Option Before You Decide.

We're active real estate investors backed by a licensed Texas Realtor®. We'll lay out every option to sell your home, then hand you a real, no-BS cash offer.

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Real homes we've renovated & sold Completed Croftwood project exterior in South Austin Completed Westbury project exterior in Georgetown Completed McGregor renovation exterior in South Austin Finished Westbury kitchen with large island Finished McGregor living room
90+ real-estate transactions Active Austin investors Licensed Texas agent #831102 MODUS Real Estate

Three Honest Paths

Start with the cash option. Keep the other two on the table.

Cash, As-Is

The straightforward option

Sell in the property's current condition — you pick the closing date that works.

Sell the home the way it stands today, without repairs, cleaning, or showings. Choose the closing date that works for you, subject to title and transaction requirements.

  • No repairs or cleaning before you sell
  • No listing, staging, or showings
  • You choose the closing timeline
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The no-repair, no-showing, no-commission points above apply to the cash, as-is path. A traditional listing works differently — and if that nets you more, I'll tell you.

A structured middle path

Structured terms may create a different balance of timing and total proceeds. They also involve delayed payments and added legal, tax, and default risk, so the details must be reviewed carefully.

List on the open market

If listing is likely to produce the better net result, we'll show you the numbers and explain that route through our licensed agent at MODUS Real Estate.

Real Projects

Real Homes. Real Work. No Stock Photos.

These are homes our team has actually bought, renovated, and sold. Every project needed a different plan, budget, and exit, the same practical experience we bring when reviewing your options.

Completed exterior of the McGregor renovation in South Austin
Finished kitchen with gray cabinetry, stone counters, and wood shelving Finished open living room at the McGregor project Finished primary bathroom with walk-in shower and double vanity

A full renovation — not a cosmetic cleanup.

2609 McGregor · South Austin

McGregor required structural leveling and a broad interior and exterior renovation. The plan included roofing, windows, plumbing, flooring, electrical work, a reworked kitchen, updated bathrooms, paint, and selective layout changes. The finished home is bright, functional, and market-ready — proof that we understand what repairs really cost and how to manage them.

Closed in July 2026.

Completed exterior and backyard of the Westbury project in Georgetown
Finished Westbury kitchen with large island and updated fixtures Staged Westbury living room with fireplace and open layout

Focused improvements instead of overbuilding.

515 Westbury · Georgetown

Westbury did not need to be stripped down and rebuilt. We concentrated on the items that improved presentation and buyer confidence: interior paint, targeted flooring and carpet, updated lighting and hardware, cabinet touch-ups, bathroom fixtures, and exterior cleanup.

Closed in March 2026.

Completed exterior of the Croftwood project in South Austin
Staged Croftwood living room with modern finishes Finished Croftwood dining area with modern lighting

Targeted updates that made the whole home feel finished.

7729 Croftwood · South Austin

Croftwood received focused improvements that included flooring, cabinetry, tile, doors and baseboards, garage work, and a tankless water heater. The final staging and presentation brought the rooms together into a clean, warm, move-in-ready home.

Closed in 2026.

How It Works

Three steps. No pressure at any of them.

1

Tell us about the property.

Share the address, condition, and your timeline. That's enough to get started, with no long questionnaire and no repair estimates required from you.

2

Review the cash route and any useful alternatives.

We'll walk you through the cash, as-is number and, when it genuinely fits better, a structured or open-market option, with the real reasoning behind each.

3

Choose the path and timing that fit.

You decide which direction makes sense and when to close. If none of them are right for you, that's a fine answer too.

Who You're Working With

The people behind Sell Smart Austin.

You're working with two active real estate investors, one of them a licensed Texas Realtor®. James handles seller conversations, offers, and options. Max brings two decades of investing experience to every deal we take on.

James Konvalinka of Sell Smart Austin at a home entrance
James Konvalinka
Founder · Realtor® · Active Investor

I'm a licensed Realtor® in Texas and Wisconsin. I've been buying, renovating, and selling investment properties across Austin and Milwaukee since 2021. I bring that same practical understanding to your options: what the work really costs, what a listing would actually net, and which path fits your situation.

90+ Transactions · 15+ Home Renovations

James Konvalinka, Licensed Texas Sales Agent #831102, sponsored by MODUS Real Estate. Every conversation comes with full disclosure and no obligation.

Max Kremer, seasoned real estate investor at Sell Smart Austin
Max Kremer
Seasoned Real Estate Investor

With more than 20 years in marketing and advertising and eight years as a full-time real estate investor, I know how to spot opportunities other people overlook. I've renovated and sold more than 20 homes and owned and managed seven rentals across Connecticut, Florida, and Austin.

My experience goes beyond finding deals. I've personally analyzed, purchased, renovated, marketed, and sold investment properties, so I understand firsthand what actually creates a profitable return. Whether you're after your next renovation project or a long-term buy-and-hold, I can help you find opportunities that fit your goals. My mission is simple: connect investors with deals that make financial sense, and build lasting relationships on trust, experience, and results.

8 Years in Real Estate · 20+ Home Renovations

Before You Reach Out

Straight answers to the usual questions.

Do I need to repair or clean the property?
Not for the cash, as-is path. You can sell the home in its current condition, with no repairs, cleaning, or staging. If you decide an open-market listing would net you more, some preparation usually helps, and we'll walk you through exactly what's worth doing and what isn't.
How is the cash price determined?
It's based on real Austin-area comparable sales, the home's condition, and the cost of the work it needs, not a random lowball figure. Because a licensed Texas Realtor® is on our team, we can also show you what the same home might sell for listed, so you can compare the two honestly.
What costs apply to each selling path?
The cash, as-is route is designed to avoid repair costs, showings, and agent commissions on your side. A traditional listing involves preparation, showings, and commissions, but can produce a higher gross price. A structured middle path carries its own legal, tax, and timing considerations. We lay out the trade-offs so you can see the likely net of each.
How quickly could a cash transaction close?
A cash, as-is sale can move quickly and you choose the closing date, subject to title work and normal transaction requirements. We won't promise a specific number of days up front, because the honest answer depends on title and your situation.
Is requesting options an obligation?
No. Asking to see your options doesn't commit you to anything. If none of the three paths are right for you, that's a completely acceptable outcome. There's no cost and no pressure to move forward.

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Tell us about the property and how to reach you. We'll review it and get back to you with the cash number and any alternative that fits better. No pressure and no obligation.

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