Sell Your Jacksonville House with Squatters — Cash
Jacksonville House Occupied by Squatters? Cash Sale Fast
Quick Answer: Homeinc buys squatter-occupied Jacksonville houses in cash. We close in 7-14 days. We handle the legal removal after closing — you never have to confront the squatters or hire an attorney. Call (888) 850-2636 for a cash offer in 24-48 hours.
Florida passed HB 621 in 2024 giving property owners the strongest anti-squatter tools in the country. But even with the new law, removing squatters takes time, costs money, and puts you at risk. Homeinc solves the problem instantly: we buy your Jacksonville house in cash — with the squatters still inside — and handle everything after closing.
What Florida HB 621 Actually Does (And Where It Falls Short)
The 2024 law lets property owners submit an affidavit to the county sheriff requesting immediate removal of squatters. If the person cannot produce a valid, verified lease, the sheriff removes them — often within 24-72 hours. Squatting itself is now a misdemeanor, and fabricating a lease is a third-degree felony.
But there are still gaps: If squatters produce even a fake lease, the process can be delayed while it is investigated. Damage they cause before removal is your problem. And in busy counties like Miami-Dade, Broward, and Hillsborough, sheriff response can still take days. During that time, squatters may destroy the property.
Why Sell to Homeinc Instead
- Zero confrontation. You never speak to the squatters again.
- Zero legal fees. No unlawful detainer filing, no attorney costs.
- Zero repair costs. We buy in as-is condition regardless of damage.
- Zero waiting. Close in 7-14 days. We handle removal after closing.
- Zero risk of retaliation. Squatters often retaliate against owners who try to remove them.
How the Homeinc Squatter-Occupied Sale Works
- Call (888) 850-2636 or fill out the form.
- Written cash offer within 24-48 hours.
- Pick your closing date. As fast as 7 days.
- Close at a licensed local title company. Get paid. Done.
- We handle squatter removal, cleanup, and repairs after closing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida’s HB 621 anti-squatter law?
HB 621, signed by Governor DeSantis in March 2024 and effective July 1, 2024, made Florida the strictest anti-squatter state in the US. Property owners can now request the county sheriff to immediately remove squatters via a “unlawful detainer” affidavit — no need for a lengthy court eviction process. Squatting is now a misdemeanor and creating fake leases is a felony.
Can Homeinc buy my Jacksonville house with squatters still inside?
Yes. Homeinc buys squatter-occupied Florida houses in cash. We handle the legal removal after closing. You do not have to interact with the squatters, file paperwork, hire an attorney, or wait for police response.
How is a squatter different from a tenant?
A tenant has (or once had) a legal right to occupy the property — typically via a lease or verbal agreement with the owner. A squatter has no such agreement. Under HB 621, if the person cannot produce a valid lease, the sheriff can remove them under the unlawful detainer process. If they produce a fake lease, that is now a felony.
How fast can Homeinc close on a squatter-occupied house?
We close in 7-14 days from accepting our written offer. We do not require you to remove the squatters first. Call (888) 850-2636.
What if the squatters have damaged the house?
Squatter damage is very common — broken locks, holes in walls, stolen appliances, drug residue. Homeinc buys in as-is condition regardless of damage. No cleaning, no repairs, no inspection.
Do I need a police report or eviction filing before selling?
No. Homeinc handles everything after closing. You do not need to have filed anything with the sheriff or the courts.