Hal and Emmy Jones of People First House Buyers

Need to Sell Your House in Franklin, VA Fast?

Own a property you don't want? We'll buy it as-is, for cash. No repairs, no agents, and no drawn-out timelines. We're local, experienced, and ready to close when you are. Just fill out the form, and you'll get a fair all-cash offer from People First House Buyers within 24 hours.

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Sell Your House Fast in
Franklin, Virginia

Thinking about selling your Franklin house? We're Hal and Emmy Jones of People First House Buyers, and we make fair cash offers on homes in Franklin, Southampton County and across Hampton Roads. Whether it's a rental, an older home that needs work or a family house you've inherited, we'll buy it as-is, cover the closing costs and close on the date you choose. No agent and no commission.

With 17 years of experience and a heart for service, we're committed to providing sellers a reliable way out. Fast and without the nonsense.

Franklin Was on the Way to My Grandparents' Farm

Vintage postcard of Main Street in Franklin, Virginia
Main Street in Franklin, from an old postcard.

Growing up, every trip to see my mom's parents on their farm in Surry County took us right through Franklin. You could always tell you were getting close to Franklin, even before you saw the paper mill. If it's time to sell your house in Franklin, we'll give you a straight answer and a fair cash offer, and you pick the closing date.

How Selling Your Franklin House to Us Works

Selling your Franklin house to us is three steps:

Step 1: Fill out the short form by sending us a few basic details about your property.
Step 2: We'll connect with you. We'll find a time that works for you to chat about your property and go over the details.
Step 3: Get your cash offer. Free, fast, and no obligation. You decide if it's right for you.
Older farmhouse-style home in Franklin, Virginia

What Selling a House in Franklin, VA
Looks Like Right Now

$236,000Median sale price3 months to August 2026
45 daysMedian time to sellUp from 38 a year ago
8,500PeopleUp about 4% since 2020
46%Homes that are rentedNot lived in by the owner (2020–2024)

Franklin is a small city of about 8,500 people, and almost half its homes are rented (U.S. Census Bureau). Prices are steady, but homes are taking a little longer to sell:

  • Homes are taking longer to sell. The median sale price was about $236,000 for the three months ending August 2026, about the same as a year earlier, and homes took a median of 45 days to sell, up from 38 (Redfin).
  • Lots of rentals. With nearly half the homes rented, many owners are juggling tenants, turnover and repairs.
  • River flooding. The Blackwater River flooded Franklin after Hurricane Floyd in 1999 (Virginia Places), and flood risk still comes up when homes near the river sell.

If you'd rather skip the showings and the wait, selling your house for cash in Franklin lets you set your own timeline.

Join Tons Of Sellers Enjoying Fast Cash And Unrivaled Service With People First House Buyers

Matt S.5-star rating

“Their name, People First, says it all!”

Hal & Emmy combine their vast real estate knowledge with their strong Christian morals and military ethics in order to provide a great alternative solution to traditional home sales; where the Seller can rest assured that their interests are front and center.

What I like most about them is that they will give you a fair and honest offer, they won't waste your time, and they will come through and do what they say. I highly recommend anyone who's considering selling their home to first speak with Hal & Emmy. You won't regret it!

Matt S.

Samuel K.5-star rating

“Hal is a very honest guy and stands by his word.”

If you’re looking to sell your house to a trustworthy Home Buyer, then Hal at People First House Buyers is your go to. He is a very honest guy and stands to his word. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to sell their house.

Samuel K.

Sam L.5-star rating

“Steady, reliable and trustworthy.”

Hal and the People First Team have been a steady, reliable and trustworthy source for real estate knowledge. They live up to their name! I will continue to work with his team in the future and recommend you do the same.

Sam L.

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Franklin Homeowners We Can Help

Hal and Emmy Jones of People First House Buyers

Rentals With Tenants

Ready to stop being a landlord? We can buy your Franklin rental with the tenants still in it. See how a sale with tenants in place works.

Older Homes That Need Work

Roof, plumbing or wiring that's past its prime? We buy the house as it is, so you don't hire a contractor. Read how selling without repairs works.

Inherited and Probate Houses

Inherited a house in Franklin or out in the county? You don't have to clean it out, fix it or list it. Read our guide to inherited houses.

Homes Near the River

Worried about flood insurance or past water damage? We buy homes in flood zones as they are. Read how selling a house in a flood zone works.

Downsizing or Retiring

Ready for something smaller? We'll buy the house as-is, so you skip the repairs and staging.

Houses That Haven't Sold

Listed for weeks with no good offer? We can make you a cash offer and close on your date.

Selling During a Divorce

Need a clean split? A cash sale gives you both one clear number and a closing date you agree on. Read what selling during a divorce involves.

Facing Foreclosure

Behind on payments? Selling before the foreclosure sale may help you protect your credit and keep more of your equity. Read how a sale can stop a foreclosure.

Franklin Neighborhoods We Buy In

We buy houses all over Franklin, from the older homes near downtown to the neighborhoods around town, and out into Southampton County and Isle of Wight County.

Frequently Asked Questions About Selling
a House in Franklin, VA

Will you buy a rental in Franklin with tenants still living there?

Yes. We can buy it with the tenants in place, so you don't have to wait for them to move out.

My house is outside the city limits in Southampton County. Do you buy there?

Yes. We buy all around Franklin, in the city and the county.

Do you buy older homes that need a lot of repairs?

Yes. We buy older Franklin homes as-is, so the repairs become our job.

Can I pick my closing date?

Yes. We can close as soon as the title work is done, or on a later date that works for you.

Cash Home Buyers in Franklin, VA

Want a fair cash offer for your Franklin house? Call 757-238-5550 or fill out the form, and there's no obligation.

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