Your House Has Problems.
That's Exactly What I Do.
Most agents only want the easy listings in Littleton and Denver. I built my entire business around homes that other agents avoid — and I've been doing it for nearly 30 years right here in this market.
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David Novak
The Problem Home Solver™ · RE/MAX Professionals
Are you tired of feeling like you can't trust real estate agents? You're not alone — and that's exactly why I do things differently.
Every week I talk to Littleton homeowners who believe their house can't be sold — or that they'll have to give it away to make it simple. Investors have been calling with lowball offers. A regular agent told them it's too complicated. So they're stuck.
With 30+ years in real estate serving Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Lakewood, and Southwest Denver — including 16 years running a mortgage bank and years of buying and renovating homes as an investor myself — I understand problem properties from every angle. My job is to give you straight answers, real numbers, and options that actually make sense for your situation.
Here's what I want every Littleton homeowner to know before they do anything: Before you accept an investor's cash offer, know what your other options are worth. I see homeowners leave real money on the table because they didn't have the full picture. A free conversation with me could change that considerably.
What I Mean By a "Problem Home" in Littleton & Denver
Any home that feels too complicated for a regular real estate agent — that's my specialty. Here's what I work with most often:
How I Help You Sell a Problem Home in Littleton
I walk the property and give you a straight assessment of what it's worth as-is, and whether any improvements make real financial sense.
I run the numbers on every path using current Littleton and Denver metro market data: as-is listing, targeted repairs, or cash sale to an investor. You'll know exactly what each option would net you — not a guess.
Whatever direction makes sense for you, I handle the details — contractor coordination, marketing, buyer negotiations, and closing.
Why My Background Actually Matters for Littleton Problem Homes
Anyone can list a move-in-ready home. Selling a problem home takes a different set of skills entirely. Here's what I bring:
Active Investor
I buy and renovate homes myself. I know what it actually costs to fix a problem home — and what it sells for after. Real numbers, not guesses.
16 Years in Mortgage Banking
Most problem homes have financing complications. I understand renovation loans, appraisal issues, and lender requirements at a level most agents never will.
Older Home Expert
Most distressed homes in Littleton's established neighborhoods — Columbine Knolls, Sheridan Green, Governors Ranch — were built in the 1960s–1980s. I know these homes inside and out: what issues they have, how to disclose correctly, and how to price them to sell.
Contractor Network
If targeted repairs make sense, I coordinate the work through trusted tradespeople I've used for years. You don't have to find your own contractors.
Investor Offer Analysis
Getting cash offers on your Littleton home? As an investor myself, I know exactly how they calculate their numbers in this market — and whether your offer is fair or a lowball.
Right Buyer Reach
I market problem homes to buyers specifically looking for them — investors, renovators, and project buyers who often pay the most for as-is properties.
What Clients Say
After trying to sell my house with another realtor for over 6 months, I spoke with Dave and knew immediately that he understood what I was wanting to do. He brought me a precise game plan on how to market my house so I could get top dollar. Dave listed my house and it was on the market for one day before it was under contract.
— Verified Client · davidnovak.remax.comSTOP PLEASE READ! You will NOT find a better Real Estate Agent than Dave Novak. He is market savvy, tech savvy, one of the best agents in Colorado and will do ANYTHING to get your home sold.
— Verified Client · ZillowCommon Questions About Selling a Problem Home in Colorado
Can I sell a house as-is in Colorado without making any repairs?
Yes — Colorado allows as-is home sales, and this is common in the Littleton market. You'll still need to complete standard disclosures about known material defects, but you're not required to fix them. I help sellers navigate disclosures correctly and market to buyers specifically looking for as-is opportunities. In many cases, an as-is listing on the Littleton open market will net you more than a direct cash sale to an investor.
My house failed to sell with another agent — can you help?
Absolutely — this is one of the most common situations I step into. When a home sits and doesn't sell, it's usually a pricing issue, a marketing issue, or both. Problem homes require a different strategy than standard listings. I'll tell you honestly what went wrong and what needs to change.
Should I renovate before selling, or sell as-is?
It depends entirely on the cost of the renovation, the likely impact on sale price, your timeline, and your available capital. As a fix-and-flip investor who works specifically in the Littleton and Southwest Denver market, I can run an honest cost vs. value analysis for your specific home. Sometimes a targeted $15,000 renovation adds $50,000 to the price. Other times the numbers don't support spending anything. I'll tell you which situation you're in.
Are cash offers from investors usually fair for problem homes?
Not always. Investors build profit margin into their offers — which is legitimate — but how much margin varies considerably. As a real estate investor myself, I know how the math works from their side. I can evaluate any offer you receive and compare it honestly to what a traditional as-is listing might net.
What if my home has code violations or unpermitted additions?
Code violations and unpermitted work complicate a sale but rarely kill it. There are several strategies — resolving them before listing, pricing them in, or selling to a buyer who can take them on. I've navigated these situations many times right here in Littleton and Jeffco. The key is understanding what you're dealing with and structuring the sale correctly from the start.
Tell Me About Your Littleton Area Problem Home
Fill out the form and I'll reach out personally — usually the same day. I know the Littleton problem home market better than anyone, and I'll give you straight answers with real options and zero pressure.