Seller’s Edge · Issue 03
FSBO: What you take on, what you save.
For Sale By Owner means you do it all—pricing, marketing, showings, negotiation, paperwork—and keep the listing-side commission. The appeal is obvious; the reality is nuanced. FSBO homes sell for a median $55,000 less than agent-assisted homes, and only 6% of U.S. sellers attempt it. This guide lays out both sides with NAR data, cost breakdowns, and the safeguards you need if you decide to captain the sale yourself.
The core trade-off
What you take on: Pricing research, marketing, lead response, showings, negotiation, and closing paperwork—the full listing workload.
What you save: The listing commission (~2.5–3% of sale price), potentially tens of thousands of dollars. You keep it only if you execute flawlessly and avoid underselling through weak pricing or negotiation.
New to Meydomo? Start Here explains how our flat-fee model delivers FSBO-level savings with professional execution.