What is our Novation Program?
Tell us about your property.
It’s quick, easy, and free!
Your House must Qualify
Only certain houses will be approved for our Novation program. Mainly condition and cost of repairs < $10,000
We Sign a Purchase & Sale Agreement.
You approve a Legal Agreement to Sell at an agreed Price and Timeline.
You Sign a Listing Agreement with our licensed agent
We will use the power of the MLS and our Off-Market channels to find an end buyer – Possibly conventional buyer or FHA, VA, etc.
Agent negotiates with Buyer/Buyers Agent on repairs, upgrades, inspection items.
The Agent will then hire Birddog Seller Services on your behalf to make the necessary repairs, upgrades or fix inspection items. Allowing the sale to proceed.
You close at a local reputable Closing Attorney’s office with the End Buyer.
You and the End Buyer close at a local Closing Attorney’s office. Just like any Normal Closing.
Timeframe: After you tell us a bit about your home, we will get to work creating a customized offer. If you choose to accept, we are able to close in only a couple of days. Of course, if you need longer, we will oblige. We will always work on your schedule.
Compare Your Selling Options
Compare vs Cash Offer
Left column shows Cash (Baseline). Use the tabs to switch the right column between Showcase, Novation, Leaseback, and Retail for a side-by-side view in Savannah, Ga.
Cash (Baseline) | Showcase | Novation | Leaseback | Retail |
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Speed 7–10 days |
↓21–45 days typical | ↓30–60+ days | ≈~7–30 days (deal-dependent) | ↓30–90+ days; financing contingencies |
Repairs None (sell as-is) |
≈Light prep may help; heavy repairs not required | ↑Minor upgrades handled (up to ~$10k) | ≈None at sale; lease terms govern upkeep | ↓Often needed to maximize price |
Fees/Costs No commissions; minimal closing costs |
≈Service fee included in projected range | ≈Seller receives agreed net; services per agreement | ≈Lease terms may reduce net | ↓Standard commissions + seller costs |
Showings 0–1 quick walkthrough |
≈Limited buyer windows | ↓2–4 open houses/month; some privates | ≈Minimal during sale; tenant rules may apply | ↓Traditional showings & inspections |
Certainty Highest — cash funds |
≈High within projected range | ≈High when scope/price align | ≈High with qualified investor | ↓Dependent on buyer financing |
Potential Net Trades some value for speed & certainty |
↑Often higher than cash via competition | ↑Often highest when home qualifies | ↓Usually lower (lease-in-place convenience) | ↑Highest market potential in strong condition |
Figures are typical ranges, not guarantees. Outcomes vary by property condition, pricing, and market activity.
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There are three ways to get in touch for a cash offer on your house or property in Savannah, Georgia: