Thinking about selling your house without a real estate agent? You’re not alone.
Thousands of Maryland homeowners try the FSBO (For Sale By Owner) route every year, hoping to save on commissions, speed things up, or simply maintain more control over the process.
If you’re considering selling your house by owner in Maryland, here’s what you’re really signing up for, and a much easier way to get the job done.
What It Really Takes to Sell a House By Owner in Maryland
Let’s break it down:
1. Pricing It Right
Overprice your home, and your listing will gather dust. Undervalue it and you’re leaving money on the table. To get it just right, you’ll need to analyze recent comps, understand neighborhood trends, and maybe even fork over a few hundred bucks for a private appraisal.
2. Preparing the Home
Most FSBO homes need some TLC before going live. That means repairs, decluttering, deep cleaning, and maybe even staging. And yes, you’re footing the bill and doing the legwork.
3. Marketing & Photography
Your smartphone pics aren’t going to cut it. Buyers judge fast, and if your home doesn’t look HGTV-ready online, it’ll get skipped. Then there’s writing the listing, figuring out where to post it (Zillow, Facebook, Craigslist?), and responding to messages regarding the property.
4. Showings, Offers & Negotiations
You’ll play agent, scheduler, security guard, and negotiator all at once. Expect last-minute showings, lowball offers, and tricky inspection requests. You’ll also need to understand contracts, contingencies, and all the legal fine print Maryland requires.
5. The Closing Process
From title searches to coordinating with lawyers and title companies, FSBO sellers often find themselves neck-deep in paperwork and red tape. One small mistake can delay or derail the whole thing.
Why You Should Sell to Dominion Properties
If the thought of juggling all that makes your head spin, here’s the good news: you don’t have to.
At Dominion Properties, we offer an easier, faster, and less stressful way to sell your home. This is especially true if it needs work, you’re in a time crunch, or just don’t want to deal with the chaos.
Here’s how selling to us works:
- We buy your house as-is. No repairs, cleaning, or staging.
- You get a fair cash offer fast. Often within 24 hours of seeing the home.
- You pick your closing date. Whether you need to move next week or next month.
- We even offer a Rent-Back Program. You can stay in your home a little longer if needed, and the first month is free.
And unlike those big tech buyers, we’re Baltimore locals. We’ve been transforming homes and neighborhoods across Maryland since 2002. We know the market, we know the people, and we know how to treat folks right.
The Bottom Line
Selling your house by owner in Maryland can work, but it’s a full-time job packed with hurdles some don’t see coming.
If you want to avoid the hassle, the guesswork, and the paperwork, Dominion Properties is here to help. No stress. No hidden fees. Just real people who make selling your home simple.
Call us today to get your no obligation offer: 443-412-8663