## OfferMarket launched today on Product Hunt, and we failed miserably.

 

We tried launching on Product Hunt today, if that's what you'll call it. We half-assed it. We put together our launch post and asked a few friends to upvote. 6 hours in and we have 3 referrals to our site from Product Hunt.

 

One person we asked for an upvote replied "I just like sold my soul to give you an upvote", here's what they were referring to in the sign up with Twitter authentication flow:

 

![twitter-authorize-an-application.jpg](https://cms.rentstack.co/uploads/twitter_authorize_an_application_b660bf2b3a.jpg)

 

Then we tried to have some people find us on Product Hunt, but they couldn't because their search doesn't work...

 

![producthunt-offermarket-search-no-results.png](https://cms.rentstack.co/uploads/producthunt_offermarket_search_no_results_bbcc62ab9f.png)

 

So that's when we realized we probably were not going to be raising much awareness on Product Hunt this time around. It also made it clear that Product Hunt either has some bugs or performance issues, or the only people whose product launches percolate to the top of the daily rankings do one or both of the following:

 

- know a lot of people already on Product Hunt and build a following on Product Hunt before launch
- coerce a lot of friends, family and others for upvotes

 

## Which doesn't lend much credibility to the platform as a utility for finding valuable tools.

 

Moving on then. We'll try again next time. We hope you enjoyed our post-mortem and how not to launch on Product Hunt.

 

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## RedfinNow competitors include:

 

- OfferMarket
- Opendoor
- Zillow Offers
- Offerpad

 

| Service | Type | Offer Competitiveness |
|:-------------:|:-----------:|:---------------------:|
| RedfinNow | iBuyer | Low |
| Opendoor | iBuyer | Low |
| Offerpad | iBuyer | Low |
| Zillow Offers | iBuyer | Low |
| OfferMarket | Marketplace | High |

 

## What is RedfinNow?

 
RedfinNow is an "[iBuyer](https://www.offermarket.us/real-estate-glossary/ibuying)" (short for "instant buyer") of single family homes. iBuying is a new home sales model where you receive a cash offer to sell your home fast. While there is an incredible convenience factor in play, the iBuying model comes with some drawbacks that we feel are important to know. If you're looking to sell your home fast and looking for RedfinNow competitors, this article aims to detail your options.

 
 

## ​Things to know about the iBuyer model

 

- Service is available in limited markets
- Not all houses receive an offer
- You will receive a lower offer than you would in a competitive sale
- You will pay service fees of 6% - 10% (not including repairs)
- Your offer will be contingent on an inspection and you will either need to pay for repairs or accept a revised, lower offer.

 

## How does RedfinNow work?

 

While RedfinNow is known for providing immediate all-cash offers to owners, it may take two or three visits to determine the final offer. The process to determine the final price RedfinNow is willing to pay for your property typically includes these steps:

 

1. Owners submit their property info on RedfinNow’s website and get an offer range.
2. RedfinNow makes a quick 30-min evaluation in the house and comes back with a preliminary offer. 
3. If owners agree with the proposal, RedfinNow will carry a deeper inspection to determine if the property needs any repairs.
4. Homeowners will receive the inspection report detailing the essential repairs the property needs and its cost, deducted from the final price.
5. RedfinNow gives owners the right to carry the repairs themselves or cancel the contract if they don’t agree with the inspection report. 
6. Offers can be 5-15% lower than what you would get on the open market. 

 

## Where is RedfinNow available?

 

RedfinNow markets: 

 

- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Nevada
- Oregon
- Virginia
- Texas
- Washington
- Washington D.C.

 

## RedfinNow offer ranges and exclusions

 

This iBuying company handles different value standards according to the city. In Houston, for instance, RedfinNow purchases houses from $170,000 to $375,000, while in Los Angeles, offer values range from $350,000 to $900,000. 

 

## Is my house eligible to receive an offer from RedfinNow?

 

RedfinNow only buys single-family houses built after 1960 with no structural issues or unauthorized additions. RedfinNow won’t purchase properties with Masonite Woodruff roofing, polybutylene plumbing, or aluminum wiring.

 

## RedfinNow vs OfferMarket

 

| Comparison | OfferMarket | RedfinNow |
|:-----------------:|:------------:|:----------------------------:|
| Service fee | 0% | 4.5% - 7% |
| Repairs | $0 (as is) | paid by seller |
| House type | Any | Selective |
| Closing timeframe | 15 - 45 days | 7 - 60 days |
| Markets | Nationwide | Limited cities and states |

 

## How much money will you keep?

 

| Net Proceeds Analysis | OfferMarket | RedfinNow |
|:---------------------:|:-----------:|:---------:|
| Purchase price | $100,000 | $100,000 |
| Service fee | $0 | $7,000 |
| Repairs | $0 | $2,000* |
| Closing costs | $1,500* | $1,500* |
| Net proceeds | $98,500 | $89,500 |

 
 
(*) *estimated*

 

## [Sell your house fast and competitively with OfferMarket](https://www.offermarket.us/sell?ref=blog-redfinnow-competitors)

 

## Related comparisons:

 

- [Offerpad Competitors](https://www.offermarket.us/blog/offerpad-competitors)
- [Opendoor Competitors](https://www.offermarket.us/blog/opendoor-competitors)
- [Zillow Offers Competitors](https://www.offermarket.us/blog/zillow-offers-competitors)

What is RedfinNow? Where is RedfinNow available? Who are RedfinNow competitors? Your questions answered along with a comparison of RedfinNow and Opendoor.

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## Related terms
- [Certified General Appraiser](https://www.offermarket.us/real-estate-glossary/certified-general-appraiser)
- [Certified Residential Appraiser](https://www.offermarket.us/real-estate-glossary/certified-residential-appraiser)
- [Licensed Residential Appraiser](https://www.offermarket.us/real-estate-glossary/licensed-residential-appraiser)

A Trainee Appraiser is an individual training to become a licensed real estate appraiser who has completed at least 75 hours of education.

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![Virtual Staging - OfferMarket - BoxBrownie.jpeg](https://www.rentstack.co/uploads/Virtual_Staging_Offer_Market_Box_Brownie_5208677f27.jpeg)

 

### What is virtual staging?

 

To understand virtual staging, let's first take a look at traditional home staging. When you sell your house, instead of having it empty, it can be beneficial to have it professionally "staged" with high end, trendy furniture, place settings, drapes, paintings, etc. This helps buyers imagine the potential of the house, which can be difficult if the property is completely empty.

 

The problem with traditional staging is that it is very expensive, we're talking $2,000 - $2,500 per month for a 2,000 Sq Ft house. For more on this, read [Who pays for staging a house?](https://technical.ly/baltimore/2021/06/10/offermarket-daniel-sperling-horowitz/)

 

Virtual staging uses augmented reality to digitally apply staging elements (i.e. furniture) into your professional real estate photographs. Virtual staging costs under $25 per photograph which is a huge savings compared to traditional staging.

Virtual staging is gaining popularity as a low-cost alternative to expensive traditional staging. There's more to learn at OfferMarket.

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