I passed by a beautiful home on the water of Lake Livingston yesterday. It is a home whose homeowners have been discussing "selling" for a couple of years.

Now, she told me up front..."I want to sell it myself and I believe I can."

Well, I said, I believe you can too.

It may take you longer...

Are you ready to spend money to advertise?..............................................

Do you know where to advertise?..............................................................

Do you know what the most effective way to reach your buyers is?.................

You must be prepared to answer the phone many times a day......................

You must be prepared to answer (honestly) all questions about the property..

You may have to endure "lookie lous" and "lowballers" but I think you can....

You will be interrupted in the middle of your holiday plans to show it.............

You must ask if they are pre~qualified if you don't want to waste your time...

You may have to follow their moves and watch the children.........................

You will probably be awaiting a visit that never comes................................

You must provide a Seller's Disclosure by the law.......................................

You will need to file an executed contract with a local Title Company............

Remember to tell them about the septic system.......................................

Were you built before 1978? Don't forget the Lead Based Paint Addendum...

Are you aware of the option period and how that works legally?...................

Will you visit with their Lender to verify the contract and lending?................

Don't forget to review the local laws of your Associations............................

Remember to provide the form for the transfer of the Association..............

You're going to sell some of your personal items? ..................................

Do you know how this is handled when a lender is involved?.....................

Will you remember to get that in writing?...............................................

Do you have a copy of your old survey? ................................................

Do you know if it is still valid?..............................................................

Are you aware of what constitutes a valid survey?...................................

Do you know what one costs?..............................................................

Do you know who provides the survey?.................................................

Do you know how to dispute a disagreement or encroachment?...............

Will you recommend an inspection?.....................................................

Do you know why you should?.............................................................

Are you aware of what happens if there are needed repairs?...................

Are you prepared to take a legal stance should there be a disagreement?

Will you offer them a Title Search and Insurance?.................................

Do you know why this is important?.....................................................

Will you offer them a Home Warranty?................................................

Do you know what a warranty covers?..................................................

And why a warranty is important?.......................................................

GEESH...I COULD SO GO ON............................................................

So, Mr. and Mrs. FSBO, this is just the tip of the iceberg in selling a home the legal and ethical way.

Are you really expecting this to go your way?

If it does then "congratulations" to you.

If not, I am so sorry.

When you crater with your "IDEAL OF AN IDEA"

I welcome you to contact me for help. I have much experience and education to make your deal run smoothly. I earn my money and the money you will receive you will most likely get to keep without any bumps in the road.

Agents....thinking of more questions? There are many. Help me build the list and let's go explain "real life of real estate" to the home sellers.

Thanks,

Debra

AND GO GET THOSE FSBO'S