We Buy Houses In Sacramento
At Laurel Buys Houses, we aren’t your average team of professionals that buy and sell houses in the Sacramento area. Like you, we are parents, children, caregivers, homeowners, creatives, dreamers and the list goes on! As members of the community, we care about helping people find positive solutions so they can sell their home fast and stress-free. When we meet with you, we come with an open mind, compassion, and understanding. We’ve seen it all! We can see past the obstacles and find the potential that each unique home has to offer. That’s one of the reasons we’ve been featured on HGTV and multiple home tours!
I only work with the best people! Every member of my team is reliable, trustworthy and good at what they do. I am the one who talks with folks who are looking to sell and figures out all the details. Once we come to an agreement that meets your needs, the rest of my team helps me to finish things up and remodel the property to get it into tip top shape. Once its move-in ready we sell the property to a family who is looking to move into the area.
“EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE!! From the moment first moment I spoke with them on the phone to the last days of signing, Laurel and her team was a huge support system for me and my family. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to sell there home!!”
Sara Belmonte [Sacramento, Ca]
Meet Laurel & Our Local Team
At Laurel Buys Houses, we believe selling your home should feel honest and human. Founded by Laurel Sagen in 1999, our small, family-run team has helped over 5,000 Sacramento homeowners move forward — whether you’re avoiding foreclosure, relocating, or just ready for a fresh start
You’ll meet real people — not call center reps. We live here, we work here, and we close with local title companies you already know.
Laurel Sagen – Founder, CFO
Hi, I’m Laurel Sagen, a licensed contractor proudly serving Sacramento since 1999. Born and raised here, I’m passionate about helping homeowners navigate challenging situations with compassion and integrity. Whether you sell your house to me or not, my goal is to guide you toward the best solution—connecting you with trusted resources and helping you move forward with confidence, pressure-free.
Brian – Acquisitions Manager
Brian is our lead acquisitions manager! He is the one who meets with our sellers first and provides them with creative solutions when it comes to selling their home. This guy is a huge team player and is always putting others first! When Brian isn’t communicating with our sellers, he is out on the golf course! Nothing keeps him from swinging his clubs any chance he gets!
Erin – Lead Intake Manager & Marketing Creative
Erin is often the first friendly voice sellers hear at Laurel Buys Houses! As our creative and digital marketing guru, she brings energy and heart to everything she does—from managing our website to shaping the vision behind our projects. A Sacramento State grad with a degree in Art and Marketing, Erin also teaches paint-and-sip classes, donating half her earnings to support local schools and sports teams. A proud mom of three, she truly lives and breathes creativity and community.
Taylor – Lead Intake Associate & Seller Liaison
Taylor is the friendly voice that helps sellers feel at ease from the very first call. She guides homeowners through each step with care and compassion, making the process smooth and stress-free. With a background in communications, Taylor brings professionalism, heart, and creativity to everything she does. Outside of work, she loves crafting and creating personalized gifts for family and friends.
Dan – Chief Operating Officer
For over 30 years, Dan has worked alongside Laurel turning houses into homes. As COO and Head of Marketing, he drives fresh ideas, creative strategies, and innovative ways to reach and help more homeowners. When he’s not leading the team, you’ll find him running marathons across the country with the same energy he brings to every project.
Sam – Project Manager & Transaction Coordinator
Sam keeps our office running smoothly and our projects on track. Growing up in a construction family, she developed a love for flipping houses early on. Now she oversees every renovation—making sure things are done on time, on budget, and with the quality Laurel Buys Houses is known for. A San Francisco State graduate with a degree in Business Administration, Sam blends organization, leadership, and heart in everything she does.
Sean – Operations Manager
Sean keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. As head of Operations, he makes sure the team stays organized, on track, and supported every step of the way. A true team player, Sean’s problem-solving mindset and steady leadership help ensure every homeowner — and every teammate — has the best experience possible.
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How We Can Work With You
Oftentimes, homeowners we work with are experiencing some sort of distress when needing to sell their house. Our passion is helping people navigate these tough situations and offering help in any way. With our long-term history in the Sacramento community, we have built strong connections with other people and professionals that provide helpful resources for every circumstance. Not only can we buy your house for a fast and fair offer, but we provide you with recommendations and additional resources for a variety of issues you may be facing.
Discretion is very important to us. Everything we discuss will be completely private and we’ll never place any judgement on your circumstance. We have been helping people sell in any condition for over 20 years and we’ve seen it all. If the house has not been maintained, or you have too many possessions, we can handle it. When you meet with Laurel, she will listen to you and work with you to find a solution that meets your needs. Helping people is what we love to do!
Laurel enjoys spending time outside of work volunteering for the local food bank and other charities. Every member of our team dedicates time to support non-profits in the area. Together, we are involved in supporting animal shelters, cleaning up parks, teaching classes at local community centers, serving at food banks and the list goes on. Our desire to give back is what drives us to work hard and help homeowners find hope, even in the most difficult circumstances.
If you have any questions about how we work, the process of selling a house or you just want to learn more about us, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
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