For Sale By Owner (FSBO) Statistics
FSBOs accounted for 13% of home sales in 2008. The typical FSBO home sold for $153,000 compared to $211,000 for agent-assisted home sales.
Most Difficult Tasks for FSBO Sellers:
- Selling within the planned length of time: 13%
- Getting the right price: 12%
- Preparing/fixing up home for sale: 11%
- Understanding and performing paperwork: 10%
- Having enough time to devote to all aspects of the sale: 8%
Source: 2008 National Association of REALTORS® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers
