Why tired landlords are calling it quits — and what they're doing instead

It’s no secret. Being a landlord isn’t what it used to be.

Over the last few years, many small property owners in Pittsburgh have started reevaluating whether the income is worth the stress. From rising maintenance costs and tenant turnover to new rental regulations and rising interest rates, it’s getting harder to make the numbers work.

And when the calls come in at 10 p.m. about a leaking pipe — it can be the last straw.

One landlord we recently worked with in Bellevue owned a triplex he bought years ago to build passive income. But after replacing a roof, chasing rent, and navigating tenant disputes during covid, he was burned out. He didn’t want to go through another winter worrying about frozen pipes or dealing with late payments during the holidays.

He called HomeBuyers of Pittsburgh to explore his options. Within 24 hours, we made him a cash offer. He didn’t have to list the property, make repairs, or wait for financing. A few weeks later, the deal closed and he was able to redirect that equity into a retirement account — with no more 2 a.m. maintenance calls.

We’ve had more and more of these conversations lately — from landlords with single-family rentals to owners of duplexes and triplexes who are ready to simplify life.

Whether you’re out of town, dealing with deferred maintenance, navigating inherited tenants, or just tired of being the property manager, we’re here to help.

Here’s How It Works:

1. Call or Submit Your Info

Go to homebuyersofpittsburgh.com or call 724-201-9941 to tell us a bit about the property.

2. Get a Cash Offer

We’ll do a quick walkthrough or virtual tour and get you a no-obligation cash offer — usually within 24 hours.

3. Pick Your Closing Date

We can close in as little as 21 days or work on a flexible timeline that fits your goals.

You can leave behind unwanted items, avoid paying closing costs or commissions, and skip the stress of listing. If your property is tenant-occupied, we’ll even coordinate directly with them to make the transition as smooth as possible.

Why HomeBuyers of Pittsburgh?

We’re a local, award-winning home buying company that’s purchased over 1,000 properties in the Pittsburgh region. We hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, have been featured on KDKA-TV and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, and boast 190+ 5-star Google reviews from local homeowners. When you work with us, you’re working with a team that’s earned its reputation through transparency, speed, and treating people right.

Ready to explore your options? Give us a call at 724-201-9941 or visit homebuyersofpittsburgh.com to get started — no pressure, no hassle.