Selling a home without a real estate agent can be a reasonable choice in the right circumstances. Some homeowners already have a potential buyer. Others are comfortable marketing the property, arranging showings, and negotiating directly. Some

When selling a home privately, one of the most common mistakes a seller can make is assuming that they are protected because “there is already an attorney involved.” That sounds reassuring. It should not be. If the attorney represents the buyer,

A seller recently came to me with a concern I expect to hear more often: “I don’t want to pay the buyer’s broker.” That reaction makes sense. If you are selling your home FSBO or through a private sale, one of the main reasons is usually to

Selling your home without a realtor can feel empowering. You find the buyer. You agree on a price. Everyone seems ready to move forward. Then someone sends over a contract. That is the moment many FSBO sellers move too quickly. In a private sale,

Many homeowners choose to sell their property without hiring a realtor. Sometimes they already have a buyer in mind. Sometimes they want to avoid paying a commission. Sometimes they simply believe they can handle the process themselves. Selling a

When buying or selling a home, it is natural to look for ways to save money. Real estate transactions are expensive. There are inspection costs, lender fees, appraisal fees, title charges, moving expenses, commissions, taxes, and closing costs. By

When buying or selling a home in the Chicago area, it is very common for a realtor to recommend a real estate attorney. That recommendation may be helpful. Many realtors work with experienced attorneys and know who can keep a transaction organized.

A closing date feels final when it is written into the real estate contract. Unfortunately, anyone who has been through enough Chicagoland closings knows the truth: the closing date is often more like a target than a guarantee. Most buyers and