We just came out of a really easy market where there’s no supply-heavy demand. This made selling easier and the prospect of selling by owner became more attractive. How to sell a house by owner is a question that we get a lot. I sold my house but I’m a real estate agent so it was a little easier for me because I know how to do it. I know how to market it. I know how to negotiate, make sure to get the most leverage as possible and I make sure to protect myself in contract law, make sure I don’t get myself or put my money at risk in any way.
You really want to look at the details and what’s selling around you. You have your location, which is huge. A lot of times in real estate, it’s location, price, and conditions. Those are the three main factors we look at when we sell a house. You really want to look at the details and see what’s selling around you
Common Questions To Prepare For When Selling a House By Owner
If you’re selling an inherited property, selling a house that’s in probate, or selling a fire damage home, those differing situations are going to take different selling process. You’re going to have to research based on your specific situation. In general, these are the common questions you need to prepare for if you’re selling your house without a realtor:
- What is the asking price for the house?
- What is the square footage of the property?
- How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the house have?
- What are the property taxes and any other associated costs (such as homeowner association fees)?
- Has the house had any major repairs or renovations done recently?
- How old is the house?
- How long has the house been on the market?
- What are the terms of the sale, such as the down payment and financing options?
- Are there any contingencies or conditions that must be met for the sale to go through?
- Can the potential buyer have an inspection or walk-through of the property before making an offer?
- What appliances or fixtures will be included in the sale?
- Is there a home warranty that comes with the sale?
- Are there any liens or other encumbrances on the property that need to be addressed before the sale can go through?
These are just a few common questions that may be asked when selling a house by owner. It’s important to be prepared to answer any questions that potential buyers may have, and to be transparent about any issues or concerns related to the property.
Consider: Why Hire a Realtor?
Three reasons why you hire a real estate agent:
- Contract law
- Negotiations
- Marketing
Those are the three main reasons why you would hire a real estate agent in selling a house. Most homeowners don’t realize the time, effort, and energy it really takes on selling a house by owner here in Georgia. If you’re working full-time, if you’ve got a family, or making the move into the next house, you have different things to worry about. You might not get the best deal out of your home if you can’t put your focus in the process.
Working with a realtor, the goal is to give you as much information as possible so you can make the best decision and while taking the work out of your hands. Selling a house is a tedious process and we want to make it as simple as possible for you. We’d love to help you out, spend a little time with you, sit down and make sure you get the most money in the quickest possible time.
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Author: Coe Cameron
Coe Cameron is an experienced realtor at Keller Williams, Atlanta, Georgia.
He has closed hundreds of deals over 10 years of real estate experience.
In 2021, he was featured as March Rising Star 2021 by Great Atlanta Real Producers and was nominated by them for On the Rise Award 2021 🥉.
What sets him apart from other realtors is his passion for helping people achieve their dreams. Whether it’s finding the perfect home or getting the best deal on a property.