FSBO

While most homes are sold

a real estate agent,

there are many homes sold by owner for various

reasons. When shopping for home remember that

Realtors are here to protect buyers and sellers

during the home buying transaction. Many sellers

feel they can save money by going without paying

a Realtor. This sounds like a good idea for the

sellers wallet but can lead to some heart ache

during and after the transaction for

both parties

Realtors sell homes on a regular basis and are

required to maintain a

consistent

level of

real

estate education on a constant basis. This

education allows Realtors to represent buyers and

seller

with confidence in eliminating time

consuming and costly mistakes by both parties.

Further if you are the victim of a mistake or error

on the part of your agent you have protection by

the

This fund

is not available

to you without a Realtor on your

side.

This does not mean you can not purchase a home

FSBO,

if you are represented

a Realtor. A

seasoned Realtor can negotiate getting his or her

commission from the seller for you. Be sure to ask

a Realtor if they are comfortable with this option

before shopping for a home.

Source:

National Association of Realtors

Buying a for sale by owner home.

buying a for sale by owner home