Solutions for Life's Hardest Moments

Facing a difficult situation?
We are here to help.

Family-owned local home buyers serving the North Shore and Chicago. Whatever your circumstances — foreclosure, probate, an inherited property, a life change — we listen first, treat you with respect, and only offer a solution if it actually helps.

Family-Owned
No Pressure
No Fees · Your Timeline
Circumstances We Help With

Life happens. We are here to support you.

The homeowners we work with are not selling because they want to. They are selling because they need a pathway forward. Here are some of the most common situations we are able to help with.

01

Foreclosure

Behind on mortgage payments or facing foreclosure proceedings? We can help you avoid the full impact on your credit and your future.

02

Probate & Inheritance

Inherited a home you cannot afford or do not want to maintain? We understand the legal and emotional weight that comes with it.

03

Divorce or Separation

Selling fast and fairly is often part of moving on. We close discreetly and on your timeline.

04

Major Repairs Needed

Roof, foundation, water damage — homes that will not sell traditionally without thousands in repairs. We buy as-is.

05

Difficult Tenants

Are you tired of non-paying or destructive tenants? We can purchase even with the tenants in place.

06

Job Loss or Relocation

A sudden change of plans should not force you into a bad sale. We work fast when speed matters.

07

Medical or Family Crisis

When the home becomes a burden during a health crisis, we move with care — and at your pace.

08

Downsizing or Retiring

Ready for the next chapter without the hassle of showings, repairs, and waiting months on the market.

09

Something Else?

Every story is different. If your situation is not listed here, talk to us anyway. The first conversation is always free.

Why We Exist

A real story from the other side of the table.

"Most companies that buy houses see a transaction. I see the family — because I was the family."

When I was younger, my family went through foreclosure. I watched my parents try everything to save our home. As a kid, I tried to learn the process myself — too late. We lost the house.

That experience never left me. I learned firsthand how confusing, isolating, and unfair the process can feel when you are on the wrong side of it. And I learned that most "we buy houses" companies show up too late, with too little empathy, treating you like a transaction instead of a person.

I started Local Home Solutions to be different. Family-owned, locally rooted, and built around one promise: I will listen first, treat you with respect, and only offer a solution if it actually helps you. If it does not, I will tell you that too — and point you toward something that might.

If you are in a tough spot, you are not alone. Let us just talk first.

Kevin Founder, Local Home Solutions
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Local. Family-Owned. Chicagoland.

From the North Shore to the city we call home.

We live and work where you do — Glenview, Northbrook, Wilmette, the city, and everywhere in between. When you call, you are talking to a neighbor, not a call center.

How We are Different

Three ways to sell. Only one designed around you.

Most sellers think they have two choices: list with an agent, or take a lowball cash offer from an aggressive buyer. There is a third way.

Traditional Listing

Real Estate Agent

  • 6–8% commissions and fees
  • Repairs, staging, and cleanup before listing
  • Multiple showings and open houses
  • Often 3–6 months from list to close
  • Buyer financing can fall through
  • Closing costs typically yours to pay
High-Pressure Cash

Aggressive "Cash" Buyers

  • Lowball offers, take-it-or-leave-it
  • Constant calls, texts, and follow-up pressure
  • You are a transaction, not a person
  • Hidden fees revealed at closing
  • Long contracts that lock you in
  • Fast — but often not in your favor
How It Works

Three honest steps. No tricks. No pressure.

Step 01

Tell us your situation

Fill out the form or give us a call. We will have a real conversation — no scripts, no pressure. We just want to understand what's going on and what you actually need.

Step 02

We listen, then offer

Within 24 hours, we will review your property and your circumstances and come back with a fair, written, no-obligation cash offer — explained clearly so there are no surprises.

Step 03

You decide. You are in control.

If our offer works for you, you pick the closing date — close in 7 days or 60, whatever fits your life. If it does not work, no hard feelings. That first conversation is always free.

Common Questions

Honest answers to what most sellers want to know.

We have been asked everything. Here are the questions that come up most often — and clear answers. If yours is not here, just ask.

How quickly can you close on my house?

As fast as 7 days, or as long as you need. You set the closing date — not us. If you need 30, 60, or 90 days to find your next place or settle affairs, that is fine. We work on your timeline.

Are there any fees, commissions, or closing costs I have to pay?

None. Zero fees, zero commissions, and we cover all standard closing costs. The number we offer is the number you walk away with — no surprises at the closing table.

Do I need to clean out the house or make repairs?

No. We buy houses completely as-is, in any condition. Take what you want and leave the rest — old furniture, junk in the basement, anything. We handle the cleanout. No painting, no staging, no inspections.

I am behind on my mortgage or facing foreclosure. Can you still help?

Yes — this is one of the most common situations we help with. The earlier you reach out, the more options you will have. Even if you have already received foreclosure notices, there is often still time to sell and protect your credit.

I inherited a property in Chicago but I do not live there. Can you handle this remotely?

Absolutely. Many of our sellers are out-of-state heirs dealing with probate or an inherited home they cannot manage from a distance. We coordinate with local title companies, handle paperwork digitally, and can close without you ever flying in.

How do you calculate your offer?

We base it on three things: comparable sales in your neighborhood, the property's current condition, and what it'll cost us to repair and resell. We will walk you through the math line by line so you can see exactly how we got there.

What if I have tenants in the property who will not leave?

We can buy the property with tenants in place. You do not need to handle eviction, deal with non-paying renters, or wait for a lease to end.

Why would I sell to you instead of listing with a real estate agent?

Honestly, sometimes you should not. If your house is in good condition and you have time to wait, listing with an agent often nets you more money. We are the right choice when speed, certainty, or simplicity matters more than top dollar.

Is there any obligation if I request an offer?

None. The conversation is free, the offer is free, and you can walk away at any point. If our offer does not make sense, we will often point you toward an option that does — even if it is not us.

Where We Work

Serving the North Shore & Chicago.

We focus on the Northern suburbs and Chicagoland so we can stay local, responsive, and genuinely helpful — not a faceless out-of-state operation.

North Shore & Northwest Suburbs

Chicago Neighborhoods

ZIP codes served: 60601, 60602, 60603, 60605, 60606, 60607, 60610, 60611, 60613, 60614, 60618, 60622, 60625, 60626, 60630, 60631, 60639, 60640, 60641, 60645, 60646, 60647, 60651, 60654, 60656, 60657, 60659, 60660, 60661

Let us just talk first.

No obligation. No pressure. Whatever you are going through, we will listen. And if we cannot help, we will point you to someone who can.

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