An institutional cash home buyer using algorithms to make rapid offers. Examples: Opendoor, Offerpad. iBuyers charge service fees (5-8%) and often deduct repair credits after inspection — different from a traditional cash buyer with no fees.
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Reviewed by John Quigley · Founder, BuyHousesInCash · Last updated May 2026
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