Most real estate on the market is comprised of homes listed by real estate professionals. In addition, some properties may be available for sale directly by the owner. FSBO is the industry acronym for “For Sale By Owner.” One of the common misconceptions with Gulf Shores FSBO properties – or FSBOs – is the myth […]
Selling Gulf Shores Real Estate – FSBO Dangers
Many Gulf Shores homeowners think they know their homes better than anyone, and it's probably true. But that doesn't mean they're the best person for the job when it comes to selling Gulf Shores real estate, especially their own property. Some sellers are tempted to try a For Sale by Owner (FSBO) transaction because the […]
Selling Your Gulf Shores Home By Owner
Selling your Gulf Shores home yourself and going the "For Sale By Owner" route is a well-intentioned concept. The most common reason people do it is to save money on commission — the sales fee that is split between real estate agents and brokers. Who doesn't want to save money? But the reality is, many […]
For Sale By Owner – Learn The Basics Before You List Your Own Home
Every day hundreds of homeowners are selling a home without an agent. Although utilizing the services of a professional real estate agent is the easiest way to sell a home, there are systems available to those homeowners who feel they can manage the transaction on their own. The process of selling “for sale by […]
Sell Your Home with an Agent or Sell It Yourself?
Should you use a real estate agent to sell your home or try selling it yourself? Kiplinger has the answer… Questions or comments? Just click the comment link below to contact us. We’ll be happy to answer your questions.
Common Mistakes Made By A For-Sale-By-Owner
Selling a home may seem like a simple task, one that only entails a ‘for sale’ sign, a few flyers, and possibly posting the home on Craigslist, but there is much more involved than meets the eye. Real estate agents help countless people buy and sell homes, attend many hours of education, and develop systems, […]
Do You Need a Real Estate Agent When Selling Your Home?
If you’re selling a home, you’re probably considering a real estate agent. Then again, you might be thinking how much you might save by selling your home yourself. Real estate agents have their good points, and selling a home privately is not for everyone. Before you try, make sure you read the following tips. Should […]
5 Reasons Not to Go FSBO
Here are 5 great reasons to hire a real estate agent to help you sell your home: 1) Market pricing: In a typical F.S.B.O. (For Sale By Owner), you are going to have trouble getting accurate figures on “sold” prices for the recently-sold homes in your area. An agent has access to all the final […]