.png)
FSBO To Do List!
Prepping for Sale (6-8 Weeks Before Listing):
✅ Research Market Value (comp appraisals (Realtor, appraiser, online tools)
✅ Deep Clean & Declutter
✅ Enhance Curb Appeal (landscaping, flowers, maintenance)
✅ Fix Minor Repairs (Plumbing: Fix leaky faucets, replace worn-out showerheads. Electrical: Replace flickering light bulbs, secure any loose outlets or switch covers. Doors & Windows: Fix sticking doors and windows, replace broken handles or knobs. Walls & Ceilings: Patch minor holes and cracks in drywall, touch up scuff marks and paint chips. Flooring: Secure loose floorboards, clean or replace stained carpets.)
✅ Gather Documentation (title report, survey, HOA info) (Title company can be helpful)
✅ Contract & Disclosures (Several Options: Consult Real Estate Attorney, Review Seller Disclosure Templates Online, Use a Real Estate Disclosure Service, DIY Contract & Disclosures (Escrow/Title Officer May Help)
Marketing Your Property (4-6 Weeks Before Listing):
✅ Invest in Professional Photography
✅ Create Compelling Listing Description
✅ List on FSBO Websites (Zillow, My Home, My Sale, FSBO.com, For Sale By Owner, Craigslist, By Owner to name a few)
✅ Utilize Social Media Marketing
✅ Place Eye-Catching Yard Sign
✅ Hold Open Houses (Optional, schedule, signage, manage flow)
Negotiating and Accepting an Offer (2-4 Weeks):
✅ Research Negotiation Strategies
✅ Prepare Counter Offers (consider value proposition)
✅ Review Offers Carefully (price, closing date, contingencies, financing)
✅ Consult Legal Counsel (review terms, implications, contract signing)
Escrow and Closing (2-4 Weeks):
✅ Open Escrow with Reputable Company (Escrow company)
✅ Prepare for Buyer's Home Inspection (address any issues)
✅ Cooperate with Appraiser (if required) (Lender's appraiser)
✅ Conduct Final Walkthrough (ensure agreed-upon condition)
✅ Closing: Sign Documents & Transfer Ownership (Title company)
Additional Considerations:
✅ Determine Financing Options (seller financing vs buyer secured)
✅ Factor in FSBO Fees (website listing, marketing)
✅ Be Responsive to Inquiries & Schedule Showings
Download For Sale By Owner To Do List
Helpful Links:
For Sale By Owner Websites:
Other Helpful Links:
Seller Disclosure Statement
Real Estate Purchase Agreement
Video:
Related For Sale By Owner Videos:
Price Negotiations: For Sale By Owner Home Selling Tips
Understanding The Real Estate Purchase Agreement
For Sale By Owner Safety: Hosting Open Houses
My Home, My Sale
Your Source for Insights, Resources, and Savings
Comments