What Do I Need to Know About Selling My Property
How Much Does It Cost To Sell A House?
Well that is a loaded question. The singular most costly item; hiring the wrong coach.
If you are looking for a simple formula expressed in a percentage; 10% seems to be thrown around the internet, with the following example $200,000 equals seller’s closing cost $20,000.
I have to laugh because, you would be hard pressed to find a bird cage in the Tri-County Area; Hillsborough, Pinellas, Southern Pasco for $200,000! The higher the sales price the lower the percentage. I would prefer the seller focus on latent cost and long term strategy.
The primary motivation when selling a residential property are generated from the following life altering events, I like to call D days.
- Diploma
- Diapers
- Divorce
- Death
Not all are optional.
So talk to a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Public Account that prepares your tax returns about how a Real Estate gain or loss fits into your long term plan. Ask questions and do your research. I’ve participated in many clever strategies that increase returns on real estate investments and avoid losses.
All successful athletes have a coach, often more than one. Selling your home is a transaction like no other, often tough decisions have to be made under the weight of emotional trauma. If handled carelessly, carry severe health/wealth complications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Customary seller closing cost in mid Florida counties, are a minimum 6.5% of the sale price.
When it comes to closing a residence; it is not always one size fits all. A great way for a seller to increase their yield on a sale is by offering the buyer a purchase money mortgage. A more complicated transction eg. seller financing. The closing costs will relect the attorney fees and cost related to the prepartation of the lien agreement and recording.
Note to self: A Realtor and Title Company will help you fill an immediate need, however, an attorney or tax accountant can give you a deeper insight into managing personal real estae goals. The more education that you have the better your decisions.
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Can you afford to lose $13 - $15K when selling your home?
There are real estate companies that offer to purchase your home, however, you will pay approximately $13,000 - $15,000 for that convenience.
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