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They tried to sell their homes without a real estate agent. Here’s how it went

Jill Langen in Michigan sold her home FSBO last month in Clarkston.
Langen, age 61, chose FSBO partly due to industry changes and lawsuits.
She listed on Zillow, using ChatGPT for the description, and had an agreement within a week.
Langen stated, "We didn't have to move before school or a work deadline," offering flexibility.
FSBO sales accounted for just 6% of sales; Langen avoided commission fees.

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They tried selling their homes without a real estate agent. Here's how it turned out.

By Samantha Delouya, CNN When Jill Langen decided to list her Clarkston, Michigan, home of 25 years last month, she did so without the help of a real estate agent. Seven days later, she had a signed agreement with a buyer and her house was off the market. Langen's decision to go it alone is not typical among home sellers in the United States. Only 6% of home sales last year were for-sale-by-owner (FSBO) sales, a record low, according to an annua…

1 month ago·Idaho Falls, United States

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They tried to sell their homes without a real estate agent. Here’s how it went

Just 6% of home sales in 2024 were “for-sale-by-owner.” But for some homebuyers and sellers, putting in the time and effort to save on commission fees is worth it.

1 month ago·Atlanta, United States

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