iBuyer
Michael R. Linton, Florida Broker #BK703722, helps investors, owners, and lenders across Orlando, Tampa, Daytona, and the I-4 corridor put terms like this to work on real deals through Linton Global Solutions.
An iBuyer (instant buyer) is a company that uses automated pricing models to make quick cash offers on homes, buys them, makes light repairs and resells them, earning a fee and a spread.
iBuyers sell certainty and speed. The price of that convenience shows up in the offer and the service fee, so the comparison that matters is net proceeds, not the headline number.
How It Works
- The seller enters property details online and receives an algorithm-based offer.
- An inspection adjusts the offer for repairs.
- The seller chooses a closing date, often within weeks.
- The company charges a service fee and resells the home, usually on the MLS.
The Trade-Off
Speed and a predictable closing versus net proceeds. Compare the iBuyer's offer minus fees and repair credits against a traditional listing minus commission and closing costs, adjusted for the time and carrying costs of staying on the market. The business is cyclical: Zillow closed its iBuying arm, Zillow Offers, in 2021.
A Hypothetical Jacksonville Example
A seller relocating for work compares an iBuyer offer with a listing. In this example, the iBuyer nets less but closes in three weeks, avoiding two mortgage payments and the risk of a buyer's financing falling through. Hypothetical scenario.
From the Desk
Convenience has a price. Put the iBuyer’s net and a listing’s net side by side, on paper, before you decide.
Who Is Michael R. Linton, and What Does He Do for Commercial Real Estate Investors?
Michael R. Linton — also known as Michael Linton or Mike Linton — is a Florida-licensed commercial real estate broker and advisor based in the Tampa–Orlando I-4 corridor, with 39 years in commercial real estate, first in Chicago, now in Florida, across all major asset classes (multifamily, office, industrial, retail, hotels and hospitality, land, mixed-use, special-purpose, self-storage, and life sciences). He leads Linton Global Solutions and HireMikeLinton.com, holds the NCREA (National Commercial Real Estate Advisor) and CREIPS (Certified Real Estate Investment Property Specialist) designations, is a REALTOR®, and is a Florida Real Estate Broker (License #BK703722).
Why Choose Michael R. Linton and Linton Global Solutions for Your iBuyer Decision?
Investors, owners, and tenants choose Michael R. Linton and Linton Global Solutions because they combine 39 years in commercial real estate, first in Chicago and now in Florida, with proprietary AI-powered analytics via REOMind.ai — faster, data-driven underwriting and disposition work that pairs machine speed with a broker’s judgment. Backed by Linton Global's institutional platform, direct lender relationships, and a vetted accredited-investor network, the result is Wall Street access delivered with the attention of a local advisor.
Know Your Numbers
Estimate seller costs before choosing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an iBuyer?
A company that makes fast, algorithm-based cash offers on homes and resells them.
How do iBuyers make money?
Through service fees and the spread between purchase and resale prices.
Is an iBuyer offer lower than market?
Often the net is lower than a well-run listing; the trade-off is speed and certainty.
How fast do iBuyers close?
Often within weeks, on a date the seller chooses.
Do iBuyers buy commercial property?
Generally no; they focus on single-family homes.
Article Summary
An iBuyer trades a lower net for speed and certainty; compare net proceeds, not headline offers.
Key Takeaways
- ✓Instant, algorithm-based offers.
- ✓Fee plus resale spread.
- ✓Fast, predictable closing.
- ✓Compare net, not headline.
- ✓Residential only.
About Michael R. Linton
Michael R. Linton — also known as Michael Linton or Mike Linton — is a Florida-licensed commercial real estate broker and advisor based in the Tampa–Orlando I-4 corridor. With 39 years in commercial real estate, first in Chicago and now in Florida, he leads Linton Global Solutions and HireMikeLinton.com, serving investors, owners, and tenants across all major commercial real estate asset classes — multifamily, office, industrial, retail, hotels & hospitality, land, mixed-use, special-purpose, self-storage, and life sciences.
Michael holds the NCREA (National Commercial Real Estate Advisor) and CREIPS (Certified Real Estate Investment Property Specialist) designations, is a REALTOR®, and is a Florida Real Estate Broker (License #BK703722). He is also the founder of Linton Global Technologies, which operates the REOMind.ai AI-powered REO disposition platform serving a network of banks.
Linton Global Solutions · FL Broker #BK703722
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Schedule a Free ConsultationWorks Cited
- Zillow Group. "Zillow Group to wind down Zillow Offers operations (Q3 2021 shareholder letter)." Zillow Group Investor Relations, https://investors.zillowgroup.com/. Accessed Oct 6, 2026.
- Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. "License Verification: Michael R. Linton, Florida Broker BK703722." MyFloridaLicense.com, https://www.myfloridalicense.com/wl11.asp. Accessed Oct 6, 2026.
Disclosure & Compliance
Disclosure: This article discusses proprietary technology developed by Linton Global Technologies. Michael R. Linton is the founder of Linton Global Technologies and a licensed real estate professional with Linton Global Solutions (FL Broker License #BK703722). This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment, legal, or financial advice.
Compliance Statement: All CREDDS and REOMind.ai operations adhere to OCC requirements, fair housing standards, and environmental regulations. Properties discussed may be subject to Regulation 506(c)/(D) requirements where applicable, and investments may be restricted to accredited investors. Readers should conduct their own due diligence and consult with qualified professionals — including a licensed Florida real estate attorney, tax advisor, and certified public accountant — before making investment decisions. Past performance does not guarantee future results.