According to the National Association of Realtors, 10% of homes sold in 2021 were for sale by owner, or FSBO. The average FSBO home sold for $225,000. Compare that to the average closing price of a brokerage-assisted home sale during the same year – $330,000 – and the...

Here's a hypothetical situation. Suppose you want to buy a can of tomato soup. There are two left at the store. They are identical in every way, except one can's label is torn. Which can would you choose? Your answer to that question shows that you already understand...

When you engage a Realtor to sell your house, one of the first things you will do together is determine the price you will list your house for. Your Realtor will ask your opinion of what you believe your house is worth. They will most certainly offer their own opinion...

Whether you're buying or selling, entering the real estate market is always an interesting experience. If you’re looking to sell your home, there are many factors which go into valuation and ultimately the amount you’ll receive. While there are several things that are...

If you're considering selling your home, then you may feel tempted to go the “for sale by owner” (FSBO) route – i.e. without the assistance of a Realtor. A seller's agent typically receives a commission between 2.5 and 3 percent. That means if you sell your home for...