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Home Posted vs Opendoor

Opendoor is the largest iBuyer in the US. They use an automated valuation model to make near-retail cash offers, then resell the home on the open market. Convenience is real, but it comes at a 5%+ service fee plus repair credits negotiated after inspection.

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Opendoor vs Home Posted at a glance.

Attribute
Opendoor
Home Posted
Service fee
~5% service fee + repair credits
$0, buyer pays closing costs
Offer type
Cash only
Cash AND owner-finance scenario
Typical close
14–60 days
7–21 days
Footprint
~50 metros
All 50 states
Repairs required
No
No
Commissions
None
None

Where Opendoor shines

  • Speed of the initial offer (instant via app)
  • Brand recognition and trust
  • Flexible close date in qualifying metros

Where Opendoor falls short

  • 5% average service fee plus post-inspection repair credits
  • Only operates in ~50 large metros, most rural/suburban ZIPs are excluded
  • Cash only, no owner-finance path for sellers who want monthly income or tax deferral
  • Offers get re-traded after inspection, often losing thousands from the initial number

Footprint

~50 major US metros

Fee structure

Average ~5% service fee, plus repair credits after inspection.

FAQ

Home Posted vs Opendoor questions.

Is Opendoor or Home Posted better for a fast sale?
Both can close in 2-3 weeks. Home Posted charges no service fee and operates in all 50 states, while Opendoor's ~5% fee plus repair credits typically nets sellers less. Opendoor also re-trades offers after inspection, Home Posted honors the written offer.
Does Home Posted make instant offers like Opendoor?
Home Posted pairs you with a vetted local buyer who delivers a written cash offer plus an owner-finance scenario in 48 hours. The trade-off vs Opendoor's instant algorithm is a real human pricing, fewer post-inspection surprises.
Can I get an Opendoor offer if I'm in a rural area?
Usually not. Opendoor covers ~50 metros. Home Posted's buyer network covers all 50 states including rural counties, land parcels, and small towns Opendoor declines.

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