Honest guidance, no pressure. A fair cash offer in 24 hours or a full listing on the market — and a straight answer about which one nets you more.
BBB Accredited · A- RatingLicensed Kansas REALTOR®24-hr cash offers

Call any time and you’ll reach our automated assistant. Chris personally reviews every property and gets back to you within one business day.

Get Your Free, No-Obligation Offer

Takes 60 seconds. You decide what happens next.

Call any time and you’ll reach our automated assistant. Chris personally reviews every property and gets back to you within one business day. We’ll walk you through your options — no obligation, ever.

24 hrs

Offer Turnaround Time

2–4 wks

Typical Close Time

$0

Commissions on Cash Sales

35+

KC-Area Communities Served

Licensed Kansas REALTOR®

Serving the Greater KC Metro

REALTOR® Member

National Association of REALTORS®

No-Pressure Guarantee

Zero obligation, ever

Locally Owned & Operated

A Kansas City company, full stop

Why Hearthstone Properties KC

We Show You the Options. You Decide What Fits.

We’re a Kansas City company, not a call center in another state. We’ll tell you what your home is worth, walk through the options plainly, and give you space to decide what makes the most sense.

Honest Guidance, Always

We tell you what your home is actually worth and explain every option clearly — even if that means recommending a path that doesn’t involve us.

You Stay in Control

You set the timeline. You choose your closing date. You decide which path — cash offer or full-market listing — fits your life best.

No Fees, No Surprises

On cash purchases, we cover closing costs, pay zero commissions, and require no repairs. The offer you receive is the amount you walk away with.

Choose Your Selling Path

Every situation is different. Pick what fits yours.

Cash

Sell Fast for Cash

We buy your home as-is. No repairs, no commissions.

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Explore Your Options

Not sure which path is right? Chris will walk you through both honestly.

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Listing

List on the Market

Chris is a licensed Kansas REALTOR. He can list for top dollar.

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Chris Hudson, Owner of Hearthstone Properties KC
Chris Hudson — Owner, Hearthstone Properties KC

Locally Owned · Kansas City

About Hearthstone Properties KC

Built on Honesty. Grounded in Kansas City.

I started Hearthstone Properties KC because too many Kansas City homeowners were getting taken advantage of at the worst possible time — lowball offers, hidden fees, and zero explanation of their real options. I built this company to fix that.

I’ve told sellers to list with a REALTOR® when that was clearly the better move for them. I’ve walked away from deals. That’s the only way this works long-term — if I give you a real answer, you might call me on the next one.

I am a licensed Kansas REALTOR®, which means I can buy your house directly for cash or list it on the open market if that would net you more. Most cash buyers cannot offer both. I can, and I will tell you honestly which one makes more sense.

I have been in Kansas City business for 24 years. I did not get into real estate on a whim — I got into it because I saw a better way to serve the people in this city. When you call, you are talking to me directly.

When you call Hearthstone, you are talking to me — not a call center, not an acquisition manager. I have done the math on 30+ local deals. I know what homes are actually worth in this market. And I will tell you honestly if selling to me makes sense or if another path is better for your situation.

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See How It Works

Watch: Selling Your KC Home With Hearthstone

A short, honest look at what working with us is actually like — from first call to closed deal.

“Chris told me I could probably list for more. He was right — and I appreciated the honesty.”

— Tom H., Prairie Village, KS
Simple From Start to Close

How the Cash Offer Process Works

Four straightforward steps. No guesswork, no surprises.

Tell Us About Your Home

Fill out the form above or give us a call. We’ll ask a few quick questions about the property and your situation

Get Your Fair Offer

We run a thorough market analysis and present a fair, written offer within 24 hours — no lowballing.

Review on Your Terms

Take your time. Ask every question you have. There’s zero pressure to accept — your decision, always.

Close & Get Paid

Choose your closing date. We handle the paperwork. You collect your cash and move on — it’s that clean.

See How the Options Compare

Direct Sale vs. Traditional Listing

Traditional real estate works great for many sellers. But it’s not the only path. Here’s an honest side-by-side so you can decide what matters most to you.

FactorHearthstone Cash OfferHearthstone Full ListingTraditional Agent
Time to offer24 hoursDays to weeksDays to weeks
Time to closein as little as two weeks — though most sales close in about 3–4 weeks30–60 days30–60 days
Repairs requiredNoneNegotiableOften required
Agent commissions$0Standard rateStandard rate
Closing costsWe pay themNegotiableTypically seller-paid
Showings & open housesNoneYesYes
Sale price potentialBelow marketFull market valueFull market value
Certainty of closeVery highHighModerate
Complete Transparency

Know Exactly What You’ll Pay (or Won’t)

Every cost explained before you ever sign anything. No surprises at the closing table.

$0

Commission (Cash Sale)

When we buy your home directly, there are no agent commissions. What we offer is what you get.

$0

Repairs Required

We buy as-is. Leave behind what you don’t want. We handle cleanup and repairs ourselves.

$0

Closing Costs (Cash Sale)

We cover standard closing costs so your net proceeds match your offer amount.

For full-market listings, standard real estate commissions apply. We break these down in full at your free consultation so you can compare net proceeds from both options side-by-side.

Find the Right Fit for Your Situation

Whatever You’re Going Through, There’s a Way Forward

Life doesn’t always line up neatly. We work with homeowners in all kinds of situations — and we never judge. We just help.

Inherited Property

You inherited a house and need a clear, practical plan for what to do next.

Divorce or Separation

You need a clean property solution during a difficult life transition.

Major Repairs Needed

The home needs more work than you want to take on before selling.

Facing Foreclosure

Time matters and you need to understand your options quickly.

Relocation

You need to move and want a simpler way to sell without dragging things out.

Tired Landlord

The rental has become more hassle than it is worth and you are ready to move on.

Serving the Greater KC Metro

Areas We Serve

We buy and list homes across Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas — including Blue Springs, Gladstone, Grandview, Lee’s Summit, Belton, Harrisonville, and the surrounding suburbs and communities.

Common Questions

Answers to What Sellers Ask Most

Is your cash offer really fair?

Our offers are based on current market data — what comparable homes are actually selling for in your neighborhood — minus the cost of repairs and the discount that makes the deal work for us as investors. We’ll walk you through exactly how we arrived at the number. You’re always free to get a second opinion, and we genuinely encourage it.

Absolutely not. Many homeowners come to us just to understand their options — and that’s completely fine. We’ll give you an honest picture of what your home is worth, what a cash offer might look like, and what you might net on the open market. If you decide to list with another agent or do nothing at all, we won’t pressure you.

On cash purchases, we can in as little as two weeks — though most sales close in about 3–4 weeks once the contract is signed. The exact timeline depends on the title search and any outstanding liens or issues. If you need more time — say, 30 or 60 days — we can work with that too. You set the closing date.

That’s exactly the kind of situation we specialize in. We buy homes in any condition — foundation issues, fire or water damage, outdated systems, hoarding situations. You don’t have to fix a thing. Leave behind what you don’t want and we handle the rest.

Zero commissions and zero closing costs on our direct cash purchases. The offer amount is what you walk away with. No hidden deductions at the table.

KC Homeowner Resources

Guides & Insights for Kansas City Sellers

Plain-language guides for Kansas City homeowners who want the real picture — no pitch, no jargon, just the stuff that actually matters.

Selling Tips
Cash Offer vs. Listing: How to Decide What’s Right for You

The real math behind both options — and the questions to ask before choosing.

Legal & Financial
Selling an Inherited Property in the KC Area: What You Need to Know

Probate, title issues, multiple heirs — a plain-language guide to selling inherited KC property.

Foreclosure Help
Facing Foreclosure? Your Options in Kansas City

From loan modification to a quick cash sale — what KC homeowners facing foreclosure can actually do.

KC Market
How to Price Your Home Right in the KC Market

Why Zillow estimates miss the mark — and how KC sellers find the price that actually gets results.

Ready When You Are

Let’s Find the Right Path for Your Home

Just an honest conversation about your situation and your options.

Call any time and you’ll reach our automated assistant. Chris personally reviews every property and gets back to you within one business day. We’ll learn about your property and walk you through your options — at your pace, with zero obligation.

Serving both sides of the state line — Kansas City, MO & KS

Where We Buy Houses Across the Kansas City Metro

Local cash offers and honest options — city by city.

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