Meet the Family Behind We Buy Houses In OC
We are Justin and Carrie Tanos, a husband-and-wife team who buy houses right here in Orange County, California. Family-owned, locally rooted, and licensed to give you more than one way to sell. Here is who we are, why we do this, and what makes us different from every other cash buyer in your inbox.
A Family Business, Local to Orange County
We Buy Houses In OC is a family-owned business that has served Orange County for over 40 years. We are not a national franchise, an out-of-state corporation, or a faceless investor pool. When you call, you reach us. When you sell, you deal directly with us, the same two people from your first hello to the day you get paid.
We are Orange County locals. We live here, we work here, and the families we help are our neighbors. The houses we buy are not just transactions to us. They are people's homes, and we treat them, and the people who own them, that way.
Meet Justin and Carrie
Partners in business and in life, working side by side to help Orange County families sell with clarity and confidence.
Justin Tanos
Licensed California Agent & Cash Home Buyer
Justin has been a licensed California real estate agent since 2004. Over two decades and hundreds of Orange County transactions, he has seen just about every situation a seller can face, from inherited homes and probate to foreclosure, divorce, and major repairs. His philosophy has always been the same: tell the truth, lay out every option, and let the seller pick the path that genuinely serves them. No pressure, no spin, no surprises.
Carrie Tanos
Co-Owner & Operations
Carrie is the other half of We Buy Houses In OC. Working alongside Justin, she makes sure every seller feels supported, every detail gets handled, and every promise we make actually happens. From the first conversation through the closing table, she is the steady, behind-the-scenes presence that keeps the process smooth, honest, and on schedule.
Why Sellers Choose Us Over Other Cash Buyers
Most cash buyers offer one thing: cash. We offer three paths, because Justin is a licensed agent. That changes everything about how we work with you.
We are advisors, not just buyers
Because we can buy your home or list it for you, we have no incentive to push you toward the wrong option. We tell you the truth about which path actually serves you, even when it does not benefit us.
You get every option, not just one
Sell to us for cash. List with us at 1%. Or explore other structures that get you full market value and still close fast. You see all three paths, side by side, before you decide.
Real people, every step
No call centers, no rotating reps, no out-of-state corporation. From your first call to closing, you are working with Justin and Carrie. The same two people, the whole way through.
Honest, Transparent, No Pressure
Our values are not slogans on a wall. They are how we show up on every call, every offer, and every closing.
- We tell the truth about every number. No black box, no games. We walk you through exactly how we got to your offer.
- No pressure, no countdown tactics. Take your time, think it over, compare it. Accept only if it is right for you.
- Same person from start to finish. Justin personally handles your call, your offer, and your closing. You will never get bounced between reps.
- Your home, your timeline. Close in 10 to 30 days, or pick a date further out. We move at your speed, never ours.
- We keep our promises. What we offer is what you get. We do not renegotiate at the last minute, and we do not back out.
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What Sellers Say About Working With Us
"I have had the pleasure of working with Justin Tanos for over 20 years in real estate. Justin has been my go-to agent for my personal home purchase and investment properties. He has always provided me top-notch service, solid advice, and is always available. If you are looking for the best, you don't need to look any further."
"I had the opportunity to meet Justin Tanos when I first started looking at properties so many years ago. Justin was so patient and attentive to my needs that we were able to find my dream rental, then my own home, and eventually sell it for a nice profit. Justin is ideal to work with. He is so positive and professional and really takes an interest. I can't say enough about Justin and We Buy Houses In OC."
Have a Question? Want to Chat?
Whether you are ready for an offer or just want to learn about your options, we are happy to chat. No pressure, no obligation, no salesy nonsense.
Sometimes a clear path forward is the best option.
Prefer to call? Justin picks up personally: 949-881-4454