FSBOs -The Secret of 'After Settlement Escrow' to Solve Problems

Most FSBOs (people who are selling their own homes) are aware of the conventional use of escrow. In this article, we look at ways to use escrow to solve problems.

The Secret to Negotiations for FSBO Sellers

When it comes to buying or selling a home, the idea of having to negotiate can be intimidating. Let’s debunk some myths about negotiating, shall we?

For Sale By Owner - Why Use a Realtor Anyway

For Sale By Owner is just as it sounds, a homeowner trying to sell their home without the assistance of a REALTOR. Can you do this, sure! Do they actually get their house sold, sure! Is it typical? No. About 80% of FSBO’s end up listing their homes with a Professional REALTOR anyway. Read why.

For Sale by Owner - Ready to Sell in 7 Steps

We know that true market value pricing and a full court press marketing approach will bring buyers to your door. Use these 7 Interior and exterior steps to make sure that your home is ready to be shown to the now buyer who may want your property.

Home Seller's Tip: Persuade Your Buyer with a Simple Unique Tool

With so many choices for home buyers today, sellers must make their home seem extra special. Here's a new idea to help you sell your home.

How To Sell Your Own House

With a robust real estate market, selling a house isn’t particularly difficult. Here’s a primer on how to sell your own house.

Thinking of Selling Your Home and Moving In With Relatives?

Are you thinking of selling your home and moving in with relatives. This can be an excellent idea, but before you proceed, make sure you think the matter through. It might even be prudent to draw up a legal agreement beforehand, yes that may sound hard-hearted, but it is always best to be prepared.

FSBO or Realtor? The Facts You Need To Make A Decision

If you weren’t selling your home, would you allow a bunch of strangers in your home to look around at each room, opening all closets and essentially taking note of all your worldly possessions? Most of us would get nauseous at the thought.

Selling Your Home: Top 5 Reasons FSBO's Don't Sell

It's not uncommon to see FSBO's to go to great lengths to get their home ready to sell only to shoot their self in the foot. As a home inspector, I get to see FSBO's kill their own deals on a weekly basis.

Advertising Your For Sale By Owner Home on the Internet

It seems you can’t drive far without seeing a home that is listed for sale by owner. Selling a home without the assistance of a realtor is probably today’s hottest trend in the real estate market.

Practical Steps To Sell Your House Privately

Want to ditch the agents and save thousands in commission? This article gives you practical step by step instructions to help you sell your house privately.

For Sale By Owner - Showing Your Home

One of the most daunting tasks any “for sale by owner” home seller is faced with is the showings. When you don’t have a realtor to insulate you (the seller) from the potential buyer, things can get a bit sticky.

Preparing Your Home to Sell: To Fix or Not to Fix

Once you’ve made the decision to sell your home, there are a ton of other decisions that immediately follow. But probably one of the most unpleasant decisions is, what do I have to do to get this place ready to sell?

Sell Your House - Avoid These Common Traits That Make It Difficult

You'll find lots of advice on how to 'stage' your house to sell, from what colors to use when you repaint the walls to how to word the headlines of your classified ads.