Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I know what price to ask for my home

There are several options. The property market uses a written 'Comparative Market Analysis' or CMA. Quite often your title/escrow company will assist you for free or a small fee to establish a realistic market value for your property or use a professional appraiser or go to websites like www.eleapp.com where you can download an electronical report for the value of your property (for a fee)

• Where do I find a real estate attorney or title/escrow company

On our web site real estate attorneys and title/escrow companies are offering their services. It is easy to contact them, just click their link and you will find the information you need to start asking your questions.

• Where can I get a legal sales contract

To start the legal process of purchasing a property you will need a 'contract for sale and purchase' agreement (click here to see an example in pdf format). Contact your real estate attorney or title/escrow company. Other sources are local office stores or the internet. Unless you understand the nuances of real estate law, don't sign without having your attorney or title company review it. Most forms are only general and generic examples. Legal requirements do vary from state to state

• How do I get my property listed on your web site ' fsbo-properties.com'

We will take care of everything, you just go to the amenities form page, fill out the form with a catching description of your property and email the form to fsbo-properties.com. Pay by personal check or by credit card through the secure 'pay pal' internet service (detailed information on the amenities page). We will send out our photographer to take the pictures and virtual tour (the latter might not available at the time in all areas) of your property and you will have world wide exposure...exposure...exposure

• Should I let the buyer have a home inspection

Certainly. We even suggest that you get a home inspection before you put the property on the market. Then you will be aware of potential problems before they can show up unexpectedly and kill a deal later on in the sale.

• What about closing costs

In any real estate transaction there are closing costs involved which might be negotiable. A real estate attorney or title/escrow company will help you sort out all the details