The Best Advice for FSBO from a Professional Real Estate Agent

If you’re looking to sell your home, you don’t have to choose to work with a real estate agent. You can choose to take the reins and go the for sale by owner (FSBO) route. Some people choose FSBO in the hopes that it will make them more money and be less of a hassle. But going it alone can also be incredibly taxing. Here is some of the best advice for FSBO from our team of real estate experts.

Emotionally Detach Yourself from your Property

Remember that no one is going to see your home the way you do. Maybe you think the kitchen in your home is perfect or the backyard has plenty of space—but you shouldn’t expect a buyer to see things the same way. You should try to emotionally detach yourself from your property the same way a real estate professional would.

You need to stop thinking of yourself as merely a homeowner and start thinking of yourself as a businessperson. When you’re not working with an agent, you can afford to price a little lower than comparable properties since an agent won’t make a commission off the sale. Do your research! Look into what other properties in your neighborhood have sold for and make sure your home is priced accurately and competitively.

Get Professional Photos Taken

The importance of photos can’t be stressed enough when you’re selling a home. Most buyers start their search online, and pictures are what typically persuade them to at least tour a property in person. Nowadays, you might think you can get away with iPhone pictures. And while smartphones do take high-quality images, they still aren’t a substitute for a professional real estate photographer.

Professional photos will be the key to effectively marketing your property. You should use them on multiple platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, social media, and more.

Always Make Your Home Available

Constantly showing your property to potential buyers can get a little exhausting. But every request for a tour is an opportunity to sell, and you can’t afford to say “no” to any of them. Usually, it takes longer to sell a for sale by owner home than a home that has the representation of a real estate agent. So if you’re looking to sell fast, treat every opportunity to show your property equally.

Don’t Let Rude Buyers Get Under Your Skin

Sometimes the hardest part of an FSBO transaction isn’t the stress of actually selling the home or getting a great price. Sometimes the most difficult part is dealing with potential buyers who are difficult. They may show up late, say degrading things about your home, make absurd requests for repairs, or needlessly complain. Try not to let these things bother you. Prepare yourself for these scenarios before they happen. It’s important that you can deal even with rude buyers without losing your temper. You never who might end up being your home’s new owner!

 

 

If All Else Fails, Turn to a Professional

With this advice for FSBO, you should be well-equipped to handle the transaction yourself. However, if you decide that you do need representation, turn to the Kathy Gagnon Team. We make selling your home fast for top-dollar easy! Your best interests are always our priority. To get started, contact us today!