One of the most transparent benefits of an FSBO home sale to many home owners is that sticking that 'For Sale By Owner' sign in their front yard says that they might have some control over the selling of their home. However, what are the benefits of an FSBO home sale, and how do you go about doing it.

While not a 'benefit', one of the first things to remember when thinking about an FSBO home sale is that no matter where you are, the entire task can seem somewhat daunting and complicated. Adding to the complications is the fact that not only are there all kinds of legal forms required (if you have ever bought a home you know what I mean), but that requirements may vary from state to state. A California 'for sale by owner' home sale is probalby going to be different from a Texas FSBO transaction.

You might wonder that; if going the 'for sale by owner' route is so complicated and messy, why am I including this comment in an article for someone who is contemplating putting up their home in a 'for sale by owner' offering?

Well, let's talk about those benefits.

1. The FSBO Kit - Despite the potential complexities, there are many companies which offer what could be called an FSBO kit. Depending upon the company, this kit will provide the homeowner with the FSBO legal forms, and hopefully some guidance on preparation and filing of the 'for sale by owner' documents.

However, be advised that an FSBO kit may range from simply the basic or most common forms needed with some instructions on how to fill them out and where to file them, to very complete FSBO kits which include ALL the legal forms needed, instructions on how to fill them out, where to file them, instructions on how to prepare your home for sale, how to advertise your home for sale effectively, and, in some cases, contact with a listing service which will help put the home out in front of prospective buyers.

2. Growing Public Acceptance of the FSBO Process - A few years ago, most buyers would have been wary of a home with an FSBO sign in the front yard. However, since more and more home owners have opted in for this type of home sale, not only are many more people actually looking for those signs, but an entire support industry seems to have sprung up to assist the homeowner who has decided to try the 'for sale by owner' route. Newspapers offer advertising packages and guidance, for example, and even some realtors have jumped on the bandwagon by offering assistance and guidance to the homeowner - for a fee, of course.

3. A Desire for Control of the Home Sale Process - I alluded to this above in the opening paragraph. Many people just want to have some control over the process and not feel that they are a pawn in the hands of the real estate agent.

Additionally, some people want to be involved in showing the house, explaining its values and even such simple things as 'how nice the next door neighbor is' to prospective buyers. Some people feel that this more personal approach may do more to sell the house than a realtor's remark about how the owner mentioned that it was a nice neighborhood to live in.

4. Saving Real Estate Commissions and Fees - I saved this for last, just because I knew you wanted to see it first! Actually, I do not necessarily consider savings to be the main reason that ALL people choose to go with an FSBO home sale, but it is certainly a primary factor for a large percentage of home sellers. On the other hand, many of us simply believe that we don't mind paying if we know what we are paying for. When that realtor walks off with a large commission, we often wonder what he or she did to earn it.

While 'for sale by owner' will certainly very often offer savings, ranging from small to large amounts, many of us are just happy to know where our money is going. While there is almost no concrete way to measure how much money is actually saved in an FSBO home sale, there will almost always be some savings, if the process is done correctly and efficiently.

For most, the FSBO home sale will be a rewarding experience if done properly. If you are not an experienced home seller, probably the best way to be successful is to do your homework and get your hands on the best FSBO kit you can find.

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