Is FSBO my best option?

Have you ever had a leaky faucet and thought.. "maybe I could fix that instead of paying hundreds of dollars to have a plumber fix it"? Or maybe you heard how easy it is was for your friend to change the oil on her car and how she saved a lot of money by doing it herself? Sure, selling your home involves a lot more money, but it's essentially the same thing. If you have the desire to do things yourself and like to learn a little in the process, then FSBO may be for you!

Fizzbo, FSBO, For Sale By Owner, By Owner... What's it all mean?

All those terms for selling your home might get a little confusing, but it's pretty simple, actually. There are quite a few differences between selling your home on your own versus hiring a realtor to do the work for you. The biggest of those is saving a whole lot of money. It might be a little extra work, but in the end, you collect that 6 or 7% commission that a realtor might normally charge to sell your home.

A few places to get you started

• What is FSBO? Learn the basics of the For Sale By Owner process and find out whether it's right for you.
• Local Experts Experienced professionals are available to help you with forms, financing, inspections, insurance, moving, property value, remodeling, floorplans and utilities.
• Resources Expand your knowledge even further with links to FSBO related websites, county assessor websites, mortgage and real estate information, USPS change of address forms and FSBO informational books.
• Seller Tips Selling your home is an important task. Here are a few quick reminders that can make a difference when you choose to sell.
• Buyer Tips Buying your home is an important task. Here are a few quick reminders that can make a difference when you choose to buy.