Can I Sell My Home Myself? (And Should I?)

You’ve invested a lot in your home, not just money for repairs and maintenance but also countless hours and muscle. When it’s time to sell, it’s natural to want to keep as much of the proceeds as possible. You might ask, “Can I sell my home myself?” But what does it really take to sell your home yourself, and is it the best move for your situation? To provide a real-world look at what to expect, we gathered expert insights from some of the country’s top-rated real estate agents. We’ll share when it might make sense to take the For Sale By Owner (FSBO) route and when you may want to consider alternatives that could save time and stress while still protecting your bottom line. How Much Is Your Home Worth Now? Home values have rapidly increased in recent years. How much is your current home worth now? Get a ballpark estimate from HomeLight’s free Home Value Estimator. Can I sell my home myself? Yes, you can legally sell your home without a Realtor. In fact, many sellers try FSBO each year. But “can I” is just the first question, often followed by “how do I.” Selling on your own means taking on all of the responsibilities an agent would normally handle, such as: Setting the right price...