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If you’re reading this page, you or someone you love is facing one of life’s most difficult situations. Whether you’re incarcerated yourself or helping a loved one who is, dealing with property ownership during incarceration creates overwhelming stress and financial pressure.
We want you to know: You’re not alone, and there is a solution.
We’ve helped dozens of Florida families in situations just like yours. We know how stressful it is to worry about mortgage payments you can’t afford, property sitting vacant and deteriorating, or needing cash for legal fees and bail. We understand that incarceration doesn’t just affect the person in jail – it impacts the entire family.
That’s why we’re here to help. We buy houses fast for cash in Florida, and we specialize in helping families facing incarceration situations. We handle all the legal complexity, work with power of attorney, and close quickly so you can get the cash you need for legal fees, bail, family support, or a fresh start.
Most importantly: We don’t judge. We understand that life happens, and sometimes people face difficult circumstances. Our job is to provide a solution, not to judge your situation. Every conversation is completely confidential, and we treat every family with respect and compassion.
Call us now for a free, confidential consultation. We’ll explain your options and make you a fair cash offer within 24 hours.
You’re in jail or prison and facing serious financial challenges:
Solution: You grant power of attorney to someone you trust (family member, friend, attorney). We buy your house, pay off the mortgage, and you get cash for legal fees, bail, family support, or savings for when you’re released. The entire process can be done remotely – you don’t need to leave jail.
Your spouse or partner is in jail and you need to sell the house:
Solution: Your spouse grants power of attorney to you or someone else. We buy the house, handle all the paperwork, and close quickly. You get cash to support your family during this difficult time.
You jointly own property with someone who is now incarcerated:
Solution: Co-owner grants power of attorney to someone (you or a third party). We buy the house, pay off any mortgages, and split the proceeds according to ownership percentages. If co-owner won’t cooperate, we can help with court-ordered sale (partition action).
You’re divorced and need your ex-spouse’s signature to sell:
Solution: If ex-spouse cooperates, they grant power of attorney. If they refuse, we can help you file a partition action (court-ordered sale). The court can force the sale and divide proceeds. We’ve handled many divorce situations involving incarceration.
You inherited property with multiple heirs, and one heir is incarcerated:
Solution: Incarcerated heir grants power of attorney to someone (you, another heir, or attorney). We buy the property, handle probate if needed, and distribute proceeds to all heirs. We’ve helped many families navigate probate with incarcerated heirs.
Owner is incarcerated and property is in foreclosure:
Solution: We make a cash offer immediately and close in 7-14 days (sometimes faster if needed). We pay off the mortgage before the foreclosure sale, stop the foreclosure, protect credit, and owner gets any remaining equity. Time is critical – call us NOW if foreclosure is scheduled!
Does One of These Situations Sound Like Yours?
Every family’s situation is unique, but we’ve helped families in all of these scenarios. Whatever your situation, we can help.
Selling your house during incarceration is a difficult decision, but for many families, it’s the best way to handle an overwhelming situation. Here are the most common reasons families choose to sell:
Criminal defense attorneys in Florida typically charge $5,000-$50,000+ depending on the charges and complexity of the case. Many families sell their house to pay for quality legal representation that could make the difference between conviction and acquittal, or between a long sentence and a shorter one.
The equity in your home can pay for:
Bail in Florida can range from $1,000 to $100,000+ depending on the charges. Selling your house can provide the cash needed to post bail and get you or your loved one out of jail while awaiting trial.
Being out on bail allows you to:
Mortgage payments don’t stop during incarceration. If you can’t make the payments from jail, or if your family can’t afford them on one income, foreclosure is inevitable.
Selling prevents:
Incarceration creates financial hardship for the entire family. Selling the house can provide cash for:
Vacant homes deteriorate quickly and become targets for:
Selling eliminates these risks and the stress of worrying about the property.
If you’re ordered to pay restitution to victims, selling your house can provide the funds to meet this legal obligation and potentially reduce your sentence or improve your standing with the court.
Many people choose to sell their house to have a clean slate when they’re released. The cash from the sale can be saved for:
Worrying about mortgage payments, property maintenance, and potential foreclosure adds enormous stress during an already difficult time. Selling the house eliminates this burden so you can focus on your legal case and your family.
Whatever your reason for selling, we’re here to help make the process as easy and stress-free as possible.
Selling property when the owner is incarcerated requires a legal process called power of attorney.
Don’t worry – it sounds complicated, but we’ll walk you through every step and handle all the complexity for you.
A power of attorney is a legal document that allows an incarcerated person (the “principal”) to appoint someone they trust (the “agent” or “attorney-in-fact”) to act on their behalf for legal and financial matters, including selling real estate.
The agent can:
Important: The incarcerated person maintains ownership until the sale closes. The agent is simply authorized to complete the transaction on their behalf.
Florida law has specific requirements for a power of attorney to be valid for selling real estate:
Have an attorney draft the power of attorney document with all required Florida language. We can recommend attorneys who specialize in this.
Call the jail/prison to ask about notary procedures. Each facility has different rules. Some allow mobile notaries to visit, some have notaries on staff.
Hire a mobile notary experienced with jail notarizations. We can help arrange this. Bring the POA document, inmate name, and booking number.
Notary visits the incarcerated person in jail. Inmate signs POA in front of notary and two witnesses. Inmate's wristband serves as acceptable ID. Process takes 30-60 minutes.
Take the notarized POA to the county recorder's office and record it in the county where the property is located. Pay recording fee ($10-$20). Get certified copy for title company.
With the recorded POA, the agent can now sign all documents to sell the house. We handle the rest - you get your cash!
Florida allows remote online notarization via video conference (Florida Statute §117.201). Some jails/prisons allow inmates to use video for legal matters. This is faster than in-person notary visits. Check with the facility.
If a co-owner is incarcerated and refuses to sign or grant POA, you can file a partition lawsuit in circuit court. The judge can order the property sold and proceeds divided among owners. This takes 3-6 months and costs $3,000-$10,000 in legal fees, but it works when cooperation isn’t possible.
If the incarcerated owner is unwilling or unable to cooperate and POA is not an option, you may have the right to force the sale of jointly owned property in Florida through a partition action filed in court. A judge can order the sale and divide the proceeds — even without the other owner’s consent.
In rare cases, an inmate can request temporary release for critical legal matters. A judge must approve. This is usually only granted for medical emergencies or funerals, but some judges may allow it for property sales if there’s a compelling reason (e.g., preventing foreclosure).
Don’t worry about figuring this out alone. We’ve done this many times and we’ll guide you through every step. We can recommend attorneys, arrange mobile notaries, and handle all the paperwork.
Yes! Absolutely. You can sell your house while incarcerated by granting a power of attorney to someone you trust (family member, friend, or attorney). They become your “agent” and can sign all documents on your behalf to complete the sale.
We’ve helped many people in Florida jails and prisons sell their houses. The entire process can be done remotely – you don’t need to leave jail or attend closing. We handle all the complexity and make it as easy as possible for you and your family.
Call us at 786-904-1444 and we’ll explain exactly how it works for your situation.
Getting a power of attorney notarized in jail is easier than you might think:
We’ve arranged dozens of jail notarizations and can help you through the entire process. We work with mobile notaries who are experienced with jail visits and know the procedures at most Florida jails.
If your spouse is incarcerated and you jointly own the property, you have two options:
Option 1: Power of Attorney (If Spouse Cooperates)
If your spouse is willing to cooperate, they can grant power of attorney to you or someone else. Then the agent can sign on their behalf and the sale can proceed normally.
Option 2: Court-Ordered Sale (If Spouse Refuses)
If your spouse refuses to sign or grant POA, you can file a partition action in circuit court. This is a lawsuit that asks the judge to order the property sold and proceeds divided among owners. The incarcerated spouse’s consent is not required once the judge orders the sale.
Partition actions take 3-6 months and cost $3,000-$10,000 in legal fees, but they work when cooperation isn’t possible. We can recommend attorneys who specialize in partition actions.
With power of attorney in place: 7-30 days from offer to closing.
Here’s the typical timeline:
If you need money urgently for legal fees or bail, we can move even faster. We’ve closed deals in as little as 7 days when families needed immediate help.
If you need more time, we’re flexible. We work on YOUR timeline, not ours.
Yes, if you have equity in your home. Here’s how it works:
Example 1: You Have Equity
Your house is worth $300,000, you owe $200,000 on the mortgage. We offer $280,000.
Example 2: Little or No Equity
Your house is worth $200,000, you owe $195,000. We offer $200,000.
Example 3: Upside Down (Owe More Than Value)
Your house is worth $180,000, you owe $200,000. We offer $180,000.
Even if you don’t get cash, avoiding foreclosure is worth it to protect your credit and avoid owing $20,000-$100,000+ in deficiency judgment.
Absolutely! This is one of the most common reasons families sell during incarceration.
The cash from selling your house can be used for:
Quality legal representation can make the difference between conviction and acquittal, or between a long sentence and a shorter one. Many families choose to sell their house to afford the best possible defense.
The money is yours to use however you need. We don’t control how you spend it.
Your mortgage must still be paid. Lenders don’t care if you’re incarcerated – they expect payment every month.
If you can’t make payments:
Selling your house before foreclosure:
Don’t wait until foreclosure is inevitable. Call us now to explore your options.
Yes, completely confidential.
Here’s what we mean by confidential:
Your privacy is our priority. We understand this is a sensitive situation and we handle it with complete discretion.
We can still buy it! Even if foreclosure has been filed and a sale is scheduled, we can often close before the foreclosure auction and stop the process.
Here’s what we do:
Time is critical if foreclosure is scheduled. The closer you are to the auction date, the less time we have. If your foreclosure sale is scheduled within the next 30 days, call us RIGHT NOW at 786-904-1444. Every day counts.
No! We buy houses AS-IS in ANY condition.
When you’re incarcerated, you can’t maintain the property. We understand that completely. We buy houses that are:
You don’t have to do anything. We buy the house exactly as it is, and we handle all repairs and cleanup after we buy it. You can literally walk away and leave everything behind.
If you owe more on your mortgage than your house is worth (called being “upside down” or “underwater”), you have two options:
Option 1: Short Sale
A short sale is when your lender agrees to accept less than the full mortgage balance. For example, if you owe $250,000 but your house is only worth $200,000, the lender might agree to accept $200,000 and forgive the $50,000 difference.
CRITICAL: You must negotiate a “deficiency waiver” as part of the short sale. Otherwise, the lender can still sue you for the $50,000 difference.
We’ve done hundreds of short sales in Florida and have established relationships with most major lenders. We can negotiate on your behalf and handle the entire process.
Option 2: Bring Cash to Closing
If you have savings or can borrow money from family, you can pay the difference at closing. For example, if you owe $250,000 and we offer $240,000, you’d need to bring $10,000 to closing.
This might sound crazy, but it’s often worth it to avoid foreclosure’s devastating credit impact and potential deficiency judgment of $20,000-$100,000+.
Call us at 786-904-1444 to discuss your specific situation and find the best solution.
Yes. Here’s why:
Our Track Record:
Our Process:
We’ve helped many families facing incarceration. We understand how vulnerable you are during this time, and we treat every family with respect and honesty. We make our money by buying houses, fixing them up, and reselling them – not by taking advantage of people in difficult situations.
Call us at 786-904-1444 and judge for yourself. We’ll answer all your questions honestly and give you a fair, no-pressure offer.
Does One of These Situations Sound Like Yours?
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We want to be honest with you about what can happen if you don’t sell your house during incarceration. These are the real consequences families face:
If you can’t make mortgage payments, foreclosure is inevitable. The consequences are devastating:
Vacant homes deteriorate quickly, especially in Florida’s climate:
Property costs continue even while you’re incarcerated:
Total: $1,550-$4,200 per month = $18,600-$50,400 per year
Over 2-3 years of incarceration, that’s $37,200-$151,200 in costs!
Cities don’t care if you’re incarcerated – they expect property maintenance:
We’ve seen families with $50,000-$200,000+ in code violation fines after just 1-2 years.
Your incarceration is already hard on your family. An unsold house makes it worse:
Selling your house now protects you and your family from all of these devastating consequences. One phone call can solve this problem.
We care about more than just buying your house. Here are some resources that may help you and your family:
Beyond buying your house, we want to support you and your family during this difficult time. If you need help connecting with any of these resources, just ask. We’re here to help in any way we can.
Selling your house now protects you and your family from all of these devastating consequences.
One phone call can solve this problem.
This website provides general information only and is not legal, financial, or tax advice. Every situation involving incarceration and property sales is unique, and the information on this page may not apply to your specific circumstances.
We strongly recommend that you:
123 Sold Cash is a real estate investment company, not a law firm or financial advisor. We buy houses for cash and can help you with the process, but we cannot provide legal advice or guarantee specific outcomes.
Power of attorney laws vary by state. The information on this page is specific to Florida. If your property is in another state, different laws may apply.
Privacy and confidentiality: While we treat all transactions with complete confidentiality and respect, property sales are public records. The sale itself will be recorded, but the reason for the sale is not disclosed in public records.
We work directly with homeowners in Florida.
Chris Russo says:
“My reputation comes from helping Florida families access the cash they need quickly and without stress. Homeowners facing fire damage or any other difficult situation deserve that same reliable support.”
We buy houses with situation any issues.
No repairs, no fines, no red tape — we close in 7–14 days.
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No repairs, no cleaning, no staging. We buy houses in any condition.
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We’re not a corporation or franchise. We’re a local family business that’s been serving
South Florida for 30 years.
In 1995, Chris started 123SoldCash with a simple mission: help South Florida homeowners sell their properties quickly and fairly, without the stress of traditional sales.
Today, the entire Russo family works together in the business. As a true family-owned company, we understand that selling your home isn’t just a transaction—it’s a major life decision. That’s why we treat every client like family, offering personalized service and genuine care that big corporations simply can’t match.
30 years later, we’ve helped over 2,000 families through foreclosures, inheritances, divorces, relocations, and more. We’ve paid out over $50+ million to homeowners across Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and beyond.
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For over 30 years, we’ve been buying homes across Florida—chances are, we’ve purchased properties similar to yours. You don’t need to worry about unwanted items like clothes, furniture, trash, or debris. No matter the condition—whether there’s mold, water damage, insect infestations, unfinished renovations, or even tenants, relatives, or friends—we’re ready to take your property off your hands as-is.
We buy houses in Florida—any condition, any situation. Whether you’re facing foreclosure, downsizing, dealing with financial hardship, or stuck with unwanted tenants, we’re ready to make an offer. Skip the repairs and the cleaning. We buy your property strictly “as-is.” Just take what you need and leave the mess to us!
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We buy houses in Florida as is. This means in its current situation, current condition, and current location. Take what you want leave the rest, we will take care of it. We want to make your home selling experience an easy, stress-free, and pleasant one.
Facing a probate, foreclosure, or inherited property challenge? While most cash buyers treat these like simple transactions, Chris Russo has spent 30 years developing specialized solutions for properties in complex or time-sensitive situations — and works alongside your attorney and title company every step of the way.
As a Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES) with 2,000+ successful transactions, Chris doesn't just make offers — he works alongside your attorney and title company to navigate situations others walk away from. His 5-star Google rating reflects families who thought their situations were impossible until they discovered his proven system.
| Complex Situation | Chris's Solution |
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| Probate and estate properties | Navigate complex situations with 30 years of specialized expertise — your title company handles the closing |
| Foreclosure prevention | Emergency 7-day closings to help protect your credit |
| Inherited properties | Get your cash offer quickly, with flexible closing timelines |
| Divorce property sales | Fast, fair resolutions when you need them most |
Chris Russo — Certified Probate Real Estate Specialist (CPRES) | 30+ Years | 2,000+ Complex Transactions | 5-Star Google Rating | BBB A+ Rated
Contact Chris Russo today and discover why Florida families trust his 30 years of specialized expertise. Chris works alongside your attorney — and your title company handles the closing — so you can move forward with confidence.
123SoldCash.com is Florida’s most trusted team of home buyers, led by real estate expert Chris Russo. We specialize in helping homeowners sell quickly and stress-free your house, even if your property involves foreclosure, inherited homes, or issues related to incarceration.
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When someone you love is incarcerated — or when you are facing this situation yourself — the last thing you need is one more problem to deal with. A house sitting empty. Bills piling up. Mortgage payments that still need to be made. Legal decisions you don’t fully understand. And the fear of losing the property entirely.
We have worked with many Florida families in exactly this situation. Some needed to sell quickly to cover legal fees or bail. Some were managing a property from a distance, with no one to maintain it. Some had a spouse or parent incarcerated and didn’t know where to begin. Some were facing foreclosure because the income that supported the household was suddenly gone. If you want to understand all your legal options first, read our complete guide on what happens to your house when you are sent to jail in Florida.
You don’t have to face this alone. Call us — we’re here, we understand, and everything you share with us stays with us.
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