Senin, 30 Mei 2011

The Ramifications of FSBO, Both Good and Bad

By Adam Ciboch


FSBO is a relatively simple acronym, often pronounced "fizzbo." "For sale by owner" is what it stands for. A home is sold FSBO if anyone who goes through the process without representation by a real estate agent or broker.

Homeowners can make use of a variety of different methods to sell their home on their own. They can pay a company that specializes in marketing or online listing, for one. They can also market their own property and make use of a lawyer's services and advice to aid them throughout the process of the sale.

It can be an appealing option for many homeowners to sell their home FSBO. Many people choose to go this route because it will save them money by not having to pay a commission. By charging a percentage of the price that the home actually sells for, a real estate agent or broker is able to earn money through their representation of a homeowner. As a homeowner, you could be charged as much as six percent by your real estate agent or broker.

There are complications to selling your home FSBO, though. Not much background knowledge in either real estate or law is possessed by many homeowners. This is where problems can occur. A prime example is disclosures. Remember your leaky faucet, or perhaps water damage in the ceiling of one of your home's bedrooms? A potential buyer needs to have those issues disclosed to them. You are opening yourself up to serious liability issues if a buyer purchases your home without knowledge of anything you personally were trying to conceal. Peace of mind that nothing will jeopardize the sale of your house is exactly why you're paying your real estate agent or broker a commission, since they presumably know the ropes better than you do.

If done correctly, the FSBO process can be a rewarding one. You could save quite a bit of money not having to pay a real estate broker's or agent's commission as a home seller. This could e a good option for you, if you're up for the challenge. The commission may be a small price to pay for your own peace of mind, however, if you're less certain of your real estate and legal savvy skills.




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