Kaplan RomanoVENTURES
Rendering of 7103 Ryan Drive at dusk: a white stucco ranch with a brick entry column and wood-clad entry
Rendering · 7103 Ryan Drive, Austin · renovation in progress
Austin & Central Texas

We buy, build & invest in real estate.

Kaplan Romano Ventures buys houses directly from owners for cash, brings off-market deals to investors, and renovates and builds homes.

  • No fees or commission from us
  • Sell as-is, no repairs
  • You pick the closing date
Before & after

What a full renovation changes

Most of the houses we buy are older homes that need more than paint. Drag the line to see how a typical 1950s ranch is rebuilt: new roofline, entry, windows, systems and landscaping on the same footprint.

BeforeAfter

Illustration of a typical 1950s Austin ranch before and after a full renovation, drawn for this site. It is not a photo of a specific property. For a real project, see the plans and renderings for 7103 Ryan Drive.

Selling a house

How a direct sale works

  1. Tell us about the property. Address, condition and your timeline, online or by phone.
  2. We take a look. One walk-through. We run the numbers on repairs and resale.
  3. Get a written offer. We explain how we got to the price. No obligation.
  4. Close when you are ready. A Texas title company handles the closing on the date you pick.

What you can count on

Our commitments

  • A written offer, with our numbers explained
  • No commission or fee charged by us
  • No repairs, cleaning or showings
  • You choose the closing date
  • Closing at a Texas title company
  • We tell you in writing if we may assign the contract
An honest comparison

Cash offer or list with an agent?

A direct sale is not right for every house. If yours is updated and you have time, listing may net you more, and we will tell you so.

Direct sale to usListing with an agent
Repairs and prepNone. Sold as-is.Often needed to attract buyers and pass inspection
ShowingsOne walk-throughShowings and open houses until it sells
CommissionNone charged by usNegotiable; commonly a few percent of the price
Buyer financingNo lender or appraisalMost buyers need a mortgage and appraisal
Closing dateYou choose, once title is clearSet by the buyer’s lender timeline
PriceReflects as-is condition and repair riskUsually higher for updated homes in good condition
Best forHouses needing work, tight timelines, tenants, probateUpdated homes where the owner has time

Read the full comparison →

For investors

Off-market deals, before they list

We contract properties directly with owners across Central Texas. When a deal fits your criteria, you get the address, photos, our numbers and access for a walk-through.

  1. Tell us what you buy. Areas, price range and strategy.
  2. Get deals that fit. Only the properties that match.
  3. Move fast. Walk it, make your offer, close with a title company.
Rendering of the renovated kitchen at 7103 Ryan Drive
Rendering · 7103 Ryan Drive kitchen
Shahar Romano and Zach Kaplan, co-founders of Kaplan Romano Ventures
Shahar Romano (left) and Zach Kaplan (right)

About

Two partners, hands-on in every deal

Kaplan Romano Ventures was founded by Zach Kaplan and Shahar Romano. We find the properties, make the offers, plan the work and stay on site until it is finished.

We keep things simple for the people we work with: clear numbers, written offers, and a direct line to the people making the decisions.

More about us →

Frequently asked questions

How does selling a house to Kaplan Romano Ventures work?

Tell us about the property, we walk through it and run the numbers, and you get a written offer. If you accept, a Texas title company handles the closing on the date you choose. See how it works.

Do you buy houses in any condition?

Yes. We buy houses that need anything from paint to a full rebuild, including foundation problems, fire or water damage, hoarding situations and long-vacant homes.

Do I pay commissions or fees?

We do not charge you a commission or a fee to make an offer. Your mortgage, any liens and your share of prorated property taxes are paid from the proceeds at closing, as in any sale. We will show you the expected net amount in writing.

How quickly can you close?

A cash sale does not wait for a buyer’s mortgage, so it can often close within a few weeks once title is clear. You can also choose a later date. We will not promise a date before the title company has reviewed the title.

How do you decide on an offer?

We estimate what the home would sell for after renovation, subtract the repair, holding and selling costs and a margin for risk, and show you how we got there. Read how cash buyers calculate offers.

Will you buy my house yourselves, or assign the contract to another investor?

Sometimes we buy and renovate the house ourselves, and sometimes we assign our contract to an investor on our buyers list. We tell you which in writing before you sign, and your price does not change either way.

Who owns Kaplan Romano Ventures?

Kaplan Romano Ventures L.L.C. was founded by partners Zach Kaplan and Shahar Romano. See about us.

Where do you buy houses?

We are based in Austin and buy across Central Texas, including Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop and Burnet counties, and we consider deals in other markets too. See locations.

Contact

Let’s talk about your property

Selling a house, a rental or a lot? Send the details and we’ll get back to you with next steps.

  • A written offer, with our numbers explained
  • No commission or fee charged by us
  • No repairs, cleaning or showings
  • You choose the closing date

Investor? Join the buyers list instead.

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