Selling your home for quick cash? Not so fast.

PHOENIX – If you own a home, you may have received offers or seen advertisements promising to buy it quickly and for cash. Selling a home is a time-consuming process, and the promise of a quick close is tempting. However, it's important to understand the difference between selling your home to a traditional buyer and making a deal with a home investor, sometimes called an opportunity investor. Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest shared these quick tips to stay safe and informed.

Professional home investors make offers to sellers who are willing to sacrifice profit in exchange...