Selling Fsbo How Much do You Really Save?

Selling your home for sale by owner or FSBO can be a great way of to save money. Even if you are selling your home yourself you will still need to spend some money. Lets condiser some the costs:

Approximate Costs (Services will vary by state)

Appraisal by a certified appraiser $250-500
Listing on the Flat Fee MLS $300
For Sale by Owner website listing (online ad) $100
Real Estate Forms $15
Consultation & Advice from an Attorney $400-800
36 classifieds ad in a newspaper $1125- ?
Flowers & Food for 12 weekends of open houses $240
Printed Flyers $50-$100
Flyer Box $20
Custom FSBO Yard Sign & Directional Signs $100


You may have more or less costs associated with selling your home. A real estate agent usually charges 5-6% of your home's selling price. For a $200,000 home that could amount to $12,000.