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If you ask anyone who has ever tried to sell their home themselves, they'll tell you that from the moment the "For Sale by Owner" sign goes up, the phone begins to ring. Unfortunately, many of those calls will not be from prospective buyers but rather from real estate agents looking to obtain your listing. Obviously the idea of not having to pay a commission to a real estate agent is attractive to any homeseller. But because of all the issues involved in the process, selling a home on one's own can be as challenging as many homesellers will attest to. The key is to be properly prepared. If you are not, your home could remain on the market longer than you expect because you are not attracting and getting offers from qualified buyers. This can be the point where many homeowners become frustrated and consider giving up their dream of selling their home themselves. However, there are sellers who successfully accomplish selling their own homes. You can be one of them. This industry report has been especially prepared to assist homesellers, such as yourself, understand the elements involved so you, on your own, can sell your home quickly for the most amount of profit. To help you prepare, here are 10 inside tips that you should be aware of before you make the decision as to whether or not this is the right approach for you.

10 Inside Tips for Selling Your Home Yourself

  1. Price it Right...Correctly setting your asking price is critical. Setting your price too high can be as costly as setting it too low. Home prices are determined by fluctuations in the marketplace, not by your emotional attachment or by what you feel your home is worth. In order to establish a realistic price for your home, objectively compare the price, features and condition of all similar homes in both your neighborhood and other similar ones that have sold in recent months. It is also important for you to be familiar with the terms of each potential sale. Terms are often as important as price in today’s market. Carefully budget your selling costs and prepare a net proceeds sheet to calculate your best estimate of what you will take away from your home sale. Prospective buyers may also request this kind of analysis of buying costs.
  2. Prepare Your Home for Sale...First impression is crucial. Make sure your home makes a positive statement by carefully inspecting all details and viewing it through the objective eyes of a buyer. Don’t gloss over needed repairs and fix-ups, as your prospective buyers won’t. Your job is to ensure that your home stands out favorably from the competition.
  3. Prepare Yourself With All Necessary Legal Documentation... Not surprisingly, there are many important legal contracts and documents which you must assemble, complete and understand. A partial checklist of forms that you will require for prospective buyers and for legal documentation is as follows:
    • Seller Disclosure
    • Purchase Contract
    • Mortgage Payoff
    • Loan Application
    • Deposit Receipt
    • Property Profile Fact Sheet
    • Buyer’s Cost Sheet
    • Closing & Settlement
    • Personal Property
    • Exclusion List
    • Property Survey
    • Sellers Statement /Plot Plan of Representation
  4. Market Your Home Effectively... Beyond the sign you will put on your lawn, you should find effective ways to spread the word about your home. Local buyers can be reached through the newspaper, but this is only a small part of the market you are after. Be sure you include the many buyers who could already be working with a Realtor®. To locate them, target as many top agents as possible in your market to see if the criteria of their buyers matches that of your home's. Because out-of town buyers are also an important target, you should create a strategy to reach these people as well. Above all, you should be very service-minded and make it easy for pre-qualified buyers to view your home. Ensure there is always someone available to answer the phone, pick up messages promptly, and be ready to give qualified prospects a tour of your home as soon as possible
  5. Remain Objective During a Showing of Your Home...Keep emotion out of the sale of your home, and the best way to do this during a showing is to remain physically in the background. If a prospective buyer says something negative about your home, it is better to counter-balance this point of view by illustrating the positives rather than becoming defensive.
  6. Pre-Qualify Your Prospects...Don’t waste your time entertaining buyers who could never afford your home. Research their financial steadiness with respect to job security, salary, debts, liabilities and credit standing.
  7. Negotiate Effectively & Knowledgeably... There will be many details to resolve before a sale can be considered final: price, terms, inspections, possession date, buyer concerns and objections. Make sure you fully understand the contract you have drawn up so you can in turn explain details and ramifications to the buyer and make any amendments to the sale that are necessary. The contract you use should be thoroughly examined by your real estate attorney. Some real estate brokers may be willing to help you do this. While this is going on, manage the buyer’s interest in your home so that it doesn’t wane during negotiations.
  8. Know Your Buyer... Your objectives during negotiations are to control the pace and set the duration. Try to determine what your buyer’s motivation is. Does he or she need to move quickly? Do they have enough money to pay your asking price? Knowing this information will give you the advantage in the negotiation because you will know up front what you will need to do in order to get what you want.
  9. Don’t Move Out Before You Sell...Studies have shown that it is more difficult to sell a home that is vacant. It looks forlorn, forgotten, simply not appealing. It could even cost you money. If you move, you’re also telling buyers that you have a new home and are motivated to sell fast which can, of course, gives them an advantage at the negotiating table.
  10. Know Why You're Selling and Keep it to Yourself...The flip side of “understanding your buyer” is to “understand yourself”. Your reasons for selling will affect everything from your list price to how much time and money you will invest in getting your home ready for sale. Your motivation will help you determine what is more important to you: the money you walk away with, the length of time your property is on the market, or both. Different goals will dictate different strategies. As someone who wants to sell without a real estate agent in an effort to save the commission, it is likely that money is one of your primary considerations (see inset box below). Whatever your reasons, however, it is very important to keep them to yourself so as not to place yourself at a disadvantage at the negotiation table. When asked, simply say your housing needs have changed.

How to Assess Your Net Gain

To analyze whether or not you will end up ahead by choosing to sell on your own, consider the fact that most buyers do use a real estate agent because it doesn’t cost them anything for this service (i.e. the seller pays the agent’s fee). Be cautious as buyers, investors and speculators who seek out For Sale by Owners are typically those in search of a bargain. The low-ball offers from these types of buyers will often net you much lower in the long run. What you will have to judge for yourself is the following:

  1. Be as prepared as possible with your marketing, negotiations, evaluations, showings and all legalities.
  2. Consider what it will cost you to effectively market your home and assemble all necessary materials from the “for sale” sign to any contracts?
  3. What price will a buyer offer you as a For Sale by Owner minus the costs identified in point 2 above? Is this net price higher than the price an experienced agent could net for you minus his/her commission?

1435 E Rancho Drive, Phoenix
$1,175,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7098489 MLS ⋅ 4,169 SqFt.
Custom craftsmanship, mountain views, and generous spaces for entertaining come together in this remodeled corner lot home in Phoenix. Custom built by the original owner, the home features a distinctive metal roof, stone accents, and a private courtyard with a custom iron gate. Four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a powder room, and a versatile upstairs loft provide a spacious layout with room to gather and enjoy privacy. Soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and an open design create a bright and inviting main living area. Tile flooring, recessed lighting, and stone columns add character, while large glass doors connect the interior to the covered back patio. A separate front living room features wood flooring, plantation shutters, and a fireplace framed by custom shelving and cabinetry, creating a comfortable setting for quiet evenings or conversation. The generously sized kitchen offers quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, double ovens, and a wine cooler. A large island with seating provides plenty of room for meal preparation and casual dining, while a separate pantry, built in wine storage, and open display shelving offer abundant storage. The kitchen flows into the adjoining dining and family room areas, keeping everyone connected during everyday meals and larger gatherings. Two spacious bedrooms on the main level share a Jack and Jill bathroom with separate vanity areas. Upstairs, the open loft provides flexible space for an office, reading area, or additional lounge. A secondary bedroom with its own bathroom offers comfortable accommodations, while the expansive primary suite features soaring ceilings, mountain views, and an adjoining screened porch. Two oversized closets with extensive custom shelving and cabinetry provide exceptional storage. The primary bathroom includes dual sinks, a separate vanity area, a soaking tub beneath corner windows, and a separate shower. The backyard extends the living space with a huge covered patio featuring stone columns, ceiling fans, a built in BBQ, and a gas heater for cooler evenings. There is ample room for outdoor dining and lounging, complemented by artificial turf, desert landscaping, and an RV gate. A spacious laundry room with cabinetry, counter space, and a utility sink adds everyday convenience, while the air conditioned garage and storage room offer additional flexibility. Near 16th Street and Bethany Home Road, the home enjoys a convenient central Phoenix location close to local restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, and everyday essentials. Nearby freeway access makes it easy to reach downtown Phoenix, the Biltmore area, and destinations throughout the Valley, bringing custom design and generous indoor and outdoor living together in a well connected location.

1435 E Rancho Drive, Phoenix

21814 E Bonanza Court, Queen Creek
$685,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7098461 MLS ⋅ 2,500 SqFt.
Rare Private Cul-de-Sac Lot with Exceptional Outdoor Living! Discover a rare opportunity to own a home on one of the most desirable lot settings in the community! Tucked away, this property offers privacy rarely found in newer communities. With only one neighboring home to the right when facing the property, no homes behind or to the left, and no home directly across the street, you'll enjoy tranquility that is truly hard to find. The backyard is designed for relaxation and entertaining, featuring a pergola, limestone accents, low-maintenance turf, decorative rock, elegant Indian laurel columns, and a drip irrigation system. A paver walkway extends from the driveway to the garage access door, while the patio features a ceiling fan with light for comfortable Arizona outdoor living. Inside, thoughtful upgrades include a new chandelier, additional pendant lighting, and ceiling fans with lights in all three bedrooms, the bonus room, and family room. Approximately $5,000 in blinds throughout adds privacy and a polished finish. Storage enhancements include cabinets above the toilets in all three bathrooms and wall-mounted organizers in the pantry and laundry room. The garage includes three freestanding storage cabinets and a wall-mounted wire hanger system. An approximately $2,300 security system with cameras and additional safety features is included; third-party monitoring is available for a monthly fee. Enjoy the rare combination of privacy, outdoor living, thoughtful upgrades, and functionality!

21814 E Bonanza Court, Queen Creek

41927 W Solitare Drive, Maricopa
$525,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7098456 MLS ⋅ 2,078 SqFt.
This fully furnished greenbelt home in Province, an award-winning 55+ community, features a heated pool, three bedrooms, two baths, and a den. The open kitchen includes granite countertops, a center island, cherry cabinets, and stainless-steel appliances overlooking the great room. Two bedrooms, a bath, and the den are located at the front of the home, while the private primary suite--with a bath and walk-in closet--is at the back. Additional highlights include plantation shutters throughout, a bay window in the primary bedroom, and a garage with a 4-foot extension and overhead storage. Furnishings are included except for the owner's personal items. The lush backyard retreat offers a heated pool, putting green, outdoor kitchen, and multiple seating areas. Enjoy resort-style living in Province, a guard-gated 55+ lake community with activities for a wide range of interests. Outdoor amenities include catch-and-release lakes, more than five miles of walking paths, a putting green, bocce and tennis courts, and nine beautiful, lighted pickleball courts supported by a large, active recreational and competitive club. Inside the 32,000-square-foot clubhouse, residents can enjoy a fitness center, lap pool, indoor hot tub, sauna and steam rooms, spacious card and game rooms, a library, billiards room, and dedicated ceramics, sewing, and computer centers. The updated outdoor pool and hot tub are heated and open year-round, offering the perfect setting for quiet relaxation or gatherings with friends and family. It is truly "retiring like you mean it!"

41927 W Solitare Drive, Maricopa

3151 E Lilly Jane Way, San Tan Valley
$359,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7098439 MLS ⋅ 1,339 SqFt.
GATED COMMUNITY HOME ACROSS FROM THE COMMUNITY CENTER & POOL | BUILT 2 YEARS AGO | NEW BUILD WARRANTIES | 3BD | 2BA | SPLASH PAD, FITNESS CENTER & PLAYGROUND | If you want resort-style amenities, a nearly new home, and builder warranties still intact, this is the one. This adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is only 2 years old and sits across from the community center and pool in a gated community that truly has it all. For the price and location, it checks every box. COMMUNITY AMENITIES: THE LIFESTYLE YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR This gated community offers more than most, and you are right across the street from it all: Community pool with a splash pad and kiddie area, Playground for the little ones BBQ areas, perfect for gatherings Workout center, so no gym membership is needed. Community kitchen for parties and events Basketball court Community center, right across from your front door Gated for added privacy and peace of mind LIVING SPACES Step inside to a large living area with carpet and tile in all the right places. It's a bright, functional layout that is ready for everyday living and entertaining. CHEF'S KITCHEN Large center island, Granite countertops, Stainless steel appliances, Gas stovetop, Pantry for all your storage needs PRIMARY SUITE A private retreat with a walk-in shower, dual sinks, and a walk-in closet. ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Built just 2 years ago, with new build warranties still intact 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms Large garage Positioned directly across from the community center and pool Gated community living

3151 E Lilly Jane Way, San Tan Valley

5250 E Deer Valley Drive Unit 353, Phoenix
$1,450,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7098397 MLS ⋅ 2,175 SqFt.
Experience contemporary luxury at The Luxe at Desert Ridge, a prestigious guard-gated community offering an exceptional collection of resort-inspired amenities in a premier North Phoenix location. This desirable third-floor end-corner residence features three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, showcasing sophisticated, contemporary open living w/a neutral palette, custom chandeliers, recessed lighting, and refined designer finishes throughout. The great room makes a striking statement w/a floor-to-ceiling tile-surround linear fireplace and an expansive four-panel glass door opening to the outdoor living space. The gourmet kitchen is beautifully appointed w/a large quartz island w/seating, quartz countertops, a herringbone tile backsplash, premium stainless steel appliances, a gas range with vent hood, and ceiling-height shaker cabinetry accented by glass display cabinets and under-cabinet lighting. The primary suite offers a beautifully finished bath featuring dual vanities, quartz countertops, custom lighting and mirrors, and a distinctive herringbone tile accent wall. Both full bathrooms feature quartz countertops and thoughtfully selected finishes. A well-appointed utility room adds exceptional functionality with quartz countertops, a prep sink, and Electrolux washer and dryer. The expansive wraparound balcony extends the living space outdoors, featuring a built-in Coyote BBQ with vent hood, quartz countertop, and herringbone tile backsplash, along with select mountain views. Additional conveniences include two underground parking spaces with wiring for an EV charging station and a large private storage unit adjacent to the parking spaces. The Luxe's impressive community amenities elevate everyday living, highlighted by a 12,767-square-foot clubhouse, Olympic-size community pool, state-of-the-art 4,000-square-foot fitness center, and infrared sauna. Residents can also enjoy beer-garden-inspired outdoor gathering spaces, outdoor kitchens, a catering kitchen, a luxury wine room, a multi-seat movie room, an indoor mail room, and a business center, along with a sports court and playground. Ideally located near Desert Ridge Marketplace, Mayo Clinic Hospital, premier Scottsdale shopping and dining, championship golf, hiking trails, and convenient freeway access, this exceptional residence offers a sophisticated lock-and-leave lifestyle with contemporary design, resort-style amenities, and outstanding convenience.

5250 E Deer Valley Drive Unit 353, Phoenix

744 W Harvard Drive, Tempe
$315,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7098382 MLS ⋅ 1,120 SqFt.
Welcome to easy, low-maintenance living in the desirable Pepperwood community in the heart of Tempe! Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac with no homes directly behind, this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhome offers a wonderful combination of privacy, comfort and convenience. The inviting, functional layout features two skylights that fill the home with natural light, an updated primary bathroom, and a kitchen with select newer appliances. Step outside to a private backyard featuring a spacious covered patio, storage shed and low-maintenance landscaping in both the front and back, creating the perfect setting to relax and enjoy Arizona's beautiful weather without the upkeep. A private 2-car carport adds everyday convenience. Additional highlights include a roof updated in September 2026 and an HVAC system that has been serviced annually, reflecting pride of ownership and ongoing care. Enjoy nearby community amenities, including a heated pool, spa and RV/boat storage, with the pool and neighborhood school just a short distance away while maintaining comfortable separation. Ideally situated near Kiwanis Park, Arizona State University, shopping, dining and entertainment, with convenient access to US-60, Loop 101 and Loop 202 for easy travel throughout the Valley. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, seasonal retreat or investment opportunity, this Pepperwood townhome offers an appealing blend of location, privacy and easy Arizona living.

744 W Harvard Drive, Tempe

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