The Truth About Selling FSBO — What You Need to Know Before You List

Going FSBO (For Sale By Owner) might sound like a great way to save money on commission. And in some cases, it works.
But before you put that "For Sale By Owner" sign in your yard, here’s what you should know—because selling a home is a full-time job, and the stakes are high.

🔍 1. Pricing Mistakes Can Cost You Thousands

The biggest risk FSBO sellers face? Overpricing or underpricing.
Without access to real-time comps, local market knowledge, and pricing strategy, it’s easy to miss the mark.

📉 Overpriced homes sit on the market and go stale.
📉 Underpriced homes leave money on the table.

👉 Want to know what your home is really worth? Schedule a pricing consult

📸 2. Presentation Matters—A Lot

Cell phone photos and rushed listing descriptions don’t cut it in 2025. Most buyers are scrolling Zillow and Redfin before ever setting foot in a home. You only get one chance to make a first impression.

🏡 Professional staging, photos, and marketing can make the difference between “just listed” and “just sold.”

📑 3. Paperwork, Liability, and Legal Risks

Contracts, disclosures, inspection timelines, escrow coordination—it’s more complex than most sellers expect.
Missing even one key document or deadline can jeopardize your sale or open you to legal risk.

📌 An experienced agent doesn’t just market your home—they protect your interests.

🤝 4. Most FSBOs Eventually Hire an Agent Anyway

According to the National Association of Realtors, nearly 9 out of 10 FSBO sellers eventually hire an agent—often after wasting time, money, or both.

💬 Want to try it on your own, but have a backup plan? Let’s have that conversation now—no pressure.

Final Thoughts:

You have every right to try selling your home solo—but don’t go in blind. If it doesn’t go as planned, you deserve a strategy that works.

🔑 If you want to test the market FSBO-style, I’m here as your “Plan B” (and I’ll still help you win).

Want a second opinion before you list? Book a 15-minute FSBO strategy session and let’s walk through your options.