Manchester’s cash buyer scene is a minefield for unsuspecting sellers.
We’ve rescued countless homeowners from deals gone wrong. Last-minute withdrawals. Sudden price drops. Months of wasted time.
After completing over a thousand transactions across Greater Manchester, we know exactly which buyers deliver. And which ones leave sellers high and dry…
The patterns are always the same.
That’s why we developed our own cash buying service at Property Buyers Today. Real buyers. Real completions. Real results for Manchester homeowners.
In this guide, we’ll reveal Manchester’s cash buying truth. You’ll discover how to identify reliable buyers, avoid common scams, and achieve the fastest possible sale.
Your Manchester home deserves better than broken promises.
- Three Ways to Sell Your Manchester House for Cash Fast
- The Property Buyers Today Process Explained
- Why Manchester House Owners Pick Cash Buyers
- Current Manchester Housing Market
- Why Manchester Families Need Cash House Sales
- Benefits of Using Property Buyers Today in Manchester
- How We Solve Manchester's Special House Problems
- Case Studies & Testimonials
- Manchester Areas We Cover
- Cash House Buyers in Manchester – Frequently Asked Questions
Three Ways to Sell Your Manchester House for Cash Fast
Auction Sales
Your Manchester house gets sold through auction companies like Allsop or Edward Mellor, where people bid money to purchase it.
Pros:
- Fast completion (usually done within 28 days after auction)
- Multiple bidders might drive prices higher
- Once the hammer drops, the purchase is legally binding
- Popular with Greater Manchester investors who have ready cash
Cons:
- You must accept the winning bid, even if disappointing
- Your house might not sell (if bids don’t meet your minimum price)
- You pay auction charges (roughly 2-3% plus VAT – so on a £186k Manchester house, that’s £4,464-£6,696 in charges)
- Bidders usually want big discounts because they understand Greater Manchester property prices
- You cannot control the final sale price
Property Buyers Today
We buy your Manchester house straight away with our ready cash.
Pros:
- House sold in only 7 days (much quicker than normal methods)
- No house showings needed and no agent fees (saves £1,700-£5,900 on a £186k Manchester house)
- Guaranteed sale with no chains (no waiting for other people’s transactions)
- We buy houses needing repairs (Victorian terraces requiring work or ex-council properties)
- You pay nothing in fees
Cons:
- You get less than full market price (on a £186k Manchester house, you’d typically receive up to £158k- but with zero charges)
Finding People with Ready Cash
You advertise your Manchester house to individuals who have cash available, like developers and local investors.
Pros:
- You could get better money (important for maximizing value in Manchester)
- You choose who will purchase your house
- No waiting for mortgage approvals
- Growing numbers of cash buyers in Greater Manchester
Cons:
- Buyers sometimes pull out (especially investors from other regions)
- Takes time to locate real cash buyers in Manchester’s market
- You still require estate agents (who cost £1,700-£5,900 on a £186k Manchester house)
- Your house might not sell quickly
- You still must show people around (difficult with older terraced houses)
Additional selling methods are available. The main advantages and disadvantages are outlined in the table below…
| Sale Method | Timeframe | Price Range | Fees | Hands-on Level | Additional Notes |
| Cash House Buyers | 7-28 days | 75-85% | None + legal fees covered | Minimal | Quickest most certain sale route |
| Traditional Auctions | 3-4 months | 75-90% | 2-3% + entry fee + legal fees | Medium | Exchange on auction day, in a physical auction house |
| Modern Method of Auction | 3-5 months | 75-90% | 2-3% + entry fee + legal fees | Medium | Online bidding, more flexible completion |
| Online Estate Agents | 4-7 months | 85-100% | Fixed fee i.e. £500-£1000 + legal fees | Very High | Self-manage viewings & marketing |
| Traditional Estate Agents | 6-9 months | 90-100% | 1-3% + VAT + legal fees | High | Regular viewings, negotiations |
| Assisted Sale (with or without cash advance) | ~12 months | 100% + | Mortgage payments deducted + renovation costs | Low | Can have partial upfront payment, buyer handles all refurb costs |
The Property Buyers Today Process Explained
1. Fill in a form
Fill in your details on any form on this page to get started.
2. Receive cash offer
Within 24 hours, you will receive a cash offer on your property.
3. Agree sale
Once the sale is agreed, we’ll take care of the rest, including all fees.
- Call our team or complete our online form
- We’ll gather key information about your London property
- Our specialists analyse recent sales data in your specific London borough
- We calculate a preliminary valuation based on location, property type, and condition
This entire process is designed to be efficient and non-intrusive, typically completed within 24 hours.
- We present you with a clear, no-obligation cash offer
- We walk you through how we calculated the offer amount
- Take time to consider our offer with no sales tactics
- Receive the full offer details in writing
- Discuss special requirements or circumstances
- We appoint experienced property solicitors
- Property Buyers Today covers your legal costs
- We handle all required paperwork
- Our team manages searches and title checks
- Regular reports on the legal process
- Swift handling of any legal questions
- All documentation prepared for your chosen completion date
- Choose when you want to complete (as quick as 7 days)
- We handle all final legal verifications
- The full agreed amount is transferred to your account on completion day
- Receive payment confirmation within hours
- Simple and straightforward property transfer
- Stay in the property for agreed periods if needed
Why Manchester House Owners Pick Cash Buyers
Selling houses in Manchester has special challenges that don’t exist in other places. We fix these Manchester challenges fast.
Industrial Heritage Building Issues
Many Manchester houses date from the Industrial Revolution, with unique construction techniques. Banks sometimes reject buyers at the final moment because they’re concerned about historical building methods or unusual structural features. This wastes valuable months.
We’re a company that buys houses using our own funds, so no banking worries. Your sale completes even if the house has period characteristics, requires renovation, or features historical construction.
Career City Relocations
Manchester attracts people from across the UK for career opportunities, but many also leave for positions in London, abroad, or other cities. Managing a Manchester house sale while handling career changes can be extremely stressful.
We handle the entire process remotely, whatever your situation. No need to balance house showings with job interviews or relocation planning.
Rapid City Development
Manchester experiences constant development with new buildings, transport links, and regeneration projects. Some areas transform quickly while others remain stable. This creates uneven buyer demand across different city areas.
When you sell to property buyers with ready cash, you get guaranteed pricing. No waiting for the perfect buyer or worrying about how development might affect your area.
We Know All Manchester Areas
We buy houses throughout Manchester and the surrounding boroughs. From city center flats to family homes in Didsbury. Different areas have different buyer types, which can slow down regular sales.
We understand what makes each area unique and what problems might occur. This means quicker sales with fewer complications.
Current Manchester Housing Market
The Manchester housing market shows varied opportunities for sellers:
Excellent Growth: House prices increased 15.7% over the past year, reaching £247,000 average – showing outstanding growth and strong market confidence
Competitive Pricing: Manchester’s average house price of £247,000 remains £49k below the £296,000 England average house price
High Activity: 8,234 property sales happened in Manchester during the year ending March 2023, representing a 1,567 increase compared to the previous year
Quick Sales: Manchester houses typically take 12 weeks (84 days) to sell through traditional estate agents
Strong Investment: Excellent rental market with good returns, making the area very attractive to property investors
Why Manchester Families Need Cash House Sales
Manchester families need to sell their houses for cash for lots of different reasons:
- Relocating for career opportunities (such as London, abroad, or other UK cities) – cash buyers help families move quickly
- Can’t afford house payments anymore due to increasing costs affecting many Manchester households
- Stuck because other sales collapsed (happens regularly in busy markets like Manchester)
- Got a house from family inheritance (often Victorian terraces or worker housing)
- Parents splitting up and need to sell (to divide money fairly)
- Tenants causing problems or not paying (a big issue across Greater Manchester)
- Older people selling to get retirement money
- Moving to smaller homes due to health problems (maybe from a family house to a flat)
- Houses that banks won’t give loans for (like ex-council houses with problems, period houses with structural issues, or houses needing major work)
- Need cash urgently for money emergencies
- Houses damaged by storms or floods (sometimes happens in Manchester areas near rivers)
- Plants causing foundation damage (like Japanese knotweed in older Manchester areas)
Benefits of Using Property Buyers Today in Manchester
Speed
Most house sales take months, but we can buy your property in as little as 7 days.
This quick process is perfect if you need to move soon or want to avoid being stuck in a long chain of buyers and sellers. We have the cash on hand so don’t need to wait for mortgages or a chain to collapse.
Guaranteed Sale
Did you know 1 in 3 sales fall through on the open market?
We know how frustrating it is to get 6 months into a process and have a buyer pull out.
When we give you the final price for your house, that’s the amount you’ll get. Guaranteed!
No Costs
You won’t face any costs with us.
We handle all the expenses involved in buying your property, including legal fees and surveys. You get cash in your bank when the sale is complete, and there are no surprise estate agent commissions to worry about.
No Stress Or Hassle
Our team supports you through the whole selling process.
We keep you updated about what’s happening and answer any questions quickly. You’ll always understand what’s going on with your sale and what happens next.
Free Property Valuation
Our property experts will value your house at no cost to you.
They look carefully at your property and check local market prices to give you an accurate figure. This professional service comes with no obligations.
No Viewings Required
Forget about cleaning and tidying for viewings.
We don’t need multiple visits or open houses to make our offer. This means no strangers walking through your home, and no disruption to your daily life.
All Properties Welcome
Whether your house needs work or is in perfect condition, we’ll buy it.
We have experience with all types of properties and conditions. This means you can sell your house to us no matter what state it’s in.
Professional Legal Service
Our expert team manages all the legal requirements for you.
We work with experienced property lawyers who make sure everything runs smoothly, and put your property at the top of their list. This gives you peace of mind that your sale is being handled properly from start to finish.
How We Solve Manchester’s Special House Problems
Manchester’s housing market has particular challenges that our service addresses:
- Industrial Revolution Houses: Manchester has many houses from when it was the world’s first industrial city. Banks don’t always understand these historic buildings – we do, and we buy them.
- Fast City Changes: Manchester changes quickly with new developments and transport. Traditional buyers might be unsure about future changes – we understand city planning.
- Student Areas: Some parts of Manchester have lots of students, which affects the local market. This can put off family buyers – we buy in all areas.
- Victorian Features: Many houses have original Victorian features like high ceilings and period details. These sometimes worry mortgage lenders – we love these features.
- Busy Transport: Trams, buses, and busy roads run through Manchester. Some houses have transport noise. This puts buyers off – we don’t mind about noise.
- Mixed Neighborhoods: From expensive areas like Didsbury to up-and-coming areas like Ancoats. Different buyers want different things – we buy everywhere.
- New Build vs Old: Manchester has both brand new apartments and very old houses. Buyers often have strong preferences – we buy all types.
- Football Areas: Areas near Manchester United and Manchester City stadiums can be busy on match days. Some buyers worry about this – we buy regardless of football activity.
Case Studies & Testimonials
Inheritance Sale in Prestwich
Background: Lisa inherited her aunt’s 3-bedroom semi-detached house in Prestwich. Living in London made it hard to manage the property, especially since it needed lots of updating.
Challenges:
- Empty house getting worse over time
- Growing council tax and utility bills
- Worries about security for an empty home
- Estate agent couldn’t find a buyer after 6 months
- Several repair issues following the property survey
Our Solution:
- From first call to completion in just 14 days
- Bought the house as-is with its outdated interior
- Handled all the cleanout needs
- Managed switching utilities remotely
- Took care of all legal requirements
Lisa’s Experience: “After months of stress trying to sell my aunt’s house through an estate agent, Property Buyers Today was a breath of fresh air. Their offer was fair considering the condition, and the speed of completion was exactly what we needed. Having the money so quickly gave me real peace of mind.”
House Chain Break Rescue in Didsbury
The Davies family was in trouble when selling their house. They had already promised to buy their perfect new home in Cheshire, but the person who was going to buy their Didsbury house suddenly backed out.
Challenges:
- They needed to complete their new house purchase soon
- They might lose the £40,000 deposit they already paid
- Finding a new buyer could take 2-3 months according to their estate agent
- Borrowing money to cover the gap would cost too much (a bridging loan)
- The family was really stressed out
Our Solution:
- Making an offer to buy their house within 24 hours
- Setting up the sale to happen at the right time for their new house purchase
- Talking directly with their solicitor
- Making sure everything lined up with when they needed to buy their new house
- Being flexible about moving arrangements
The Davies family said: “We were so upset when our buyer backed out. We thought we’d lose our dream home. Property Buyers Today saved us. We got less money than our original offer, but when we added up all the costs of waiting and possibly losing our new home, it was worth it. They were professional and saved our family from a housing disaster.”
Hard-to-Sell Property in Levenshulme
Background: Mohammed owned a terraced house in Levenshulme with subsidence issues that made it hard to sell through traditional methods.
Challenges:
- Two estate agents refused to list his property due to the subsidence problems
- Getting the issues fixed would cost over £26,000
- Banks wouldn’t give mortgages to people buying the property
- The property had been on the market for 8 months
- Mohammed needed to move quickly for family reasons
Our Solution:
- Buying the property despite its subsidence issues
- No requirement for Mohammed to fix any problems
- Finishing the sale in just 11 days
- Handling all the complicated legal issues
- Not requiring any viewings or marketing
Mohammed said: “I felt trapped in my house because the subsidence problems made it almost impossible to sell normally. Property Buyers Today gave me a fair offer considering the issues and handled all the complicated stuff at no extra cost to me. I was amazed by how quick and simple they made it.”
Manchester Areas We Cover
Property Buyers Today operates throughout Manchester and the surrounding areas. Our local knowledge means we understand each area’s special features:
Central Manchester
City center, Northern Quarter, Ancoats, Castlefield
Known for: Modern apartments, city regeneration, nightlife, converted warehouses
Our approach: City center expertise, apartment market knowledge
South Manchester
Didsbury, Chorlton, Withington, Fallowfield
Known for: Family areas, Victorian houses, good schools, trendy neighborhoods
Our approach: Family housing expertise, period property experience
North Manchester
Prestwich, Whitefield, Crumpsall, Cheetham Hill
Known for: Mixed communities, affordable housing, transport links, diverse areas
Our approach: Community area understanding, diverse market knowledge
East Manchester
Gorton, Levenshulme, Longsight, Openshaw
Known for: Regeneration projects, affordable properties, good transport, developing areas
Our approach: Regeneration expertise, making use of the potential of this emerging area
For every Manchester area, we provide:
- Greater Manchester-specific market knowledge
- Area-appropriate completion timing
- House values that match local demand
- Understanding of the development and transport impact
- Knowledge of local challenges and opportunities
