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Selling Your House Yourself? Here's an Honest Look at Your Options.

For Sale By Owner

Selling your house yourself, also called "for sale by owner" or FSBO, can save on agent fees. It can also mean a lot of calls, showings and paperwork. Whether you keep going on your own or not, here's what to know.

Does This Sound Like You?

  • You put up your own sign or online listing.

  • You're getting lots of calls but no real offers.

  • Buyers' loans keep falling through.

  • You're tired of showings and paperwork.

What Selling by Owner Takes (in Plain English)

  • Setting the price. Look at what similar homes nearby sold for recently, not what they were listed for.

  • Paperwork. Indiana sellers usually fill out a disclosure form about known problems. A title company or real estate attorney can handle the contract and closing.

  • Buyer loans. Most buyers need a bank loan. Inspections and appraisals can delay or end the sale.

  • Safety. Show the house by appointment only, and never hand over keys or money before closing.

Your Options, Honestly

  • Keep selling on your own. If interest is strong and you have time, it can work well.

  • List it with an agent. More exposure and help with the paperwork, for a commission.

  • Sell it to us. No showings, no buyer loans to fall through, no commissions. We buy as-is.

Not sure which is right for you? Compare a cash sale and listing with an agent. (link: /sell-my-house/cash-offer-or-list-your-house)

How It Works

  1. Call or text us at (219) 339-3998, or fill out the form.

  2. We look at the house once, at a time that works for you.

  3. We send you a written cash offer. No pressure and no obligation.

  4. If you say yes, you pick the closing date. A local title company handles the paperwork and the money.

Local Help in Northwest Indiana

  • Seller's disclosure form. Most Indiana home sellers fill out the state's residential disclosure form. A title company can give you a copy.

  • Title company. Handles the closing, the payoff of your mortgage and the county's sales disclosure form.

  • Real estate attorney. Can review a buyer's contract before you sign.

What to Have Ready When You Call

  • Your asking price and how long it's been for sale

  • Any offers you've received

  • Your mortgage statement

This is general information, not legal advice. An attorney can tell you what applies to your situation.

Talk to Someone Local

Call or text (219) 339-3998, or fill out the form on this page. A real person from Next Door Real Estate will get back to you. No pressure, no obligation.

We buy houses from owners in Gary, Hammond, Merrillville, Crown Point, Hobart and across Northwest Indiana.

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FAQs (Situation FAQs collection)

1. Will I net less selling to you than to a regular buyer?

Maybe. If your house is in good shape and buyers are interested, you may get more selling on your own. We'll be honest about that.

2. Do you charge any fees?

No. No commissions or fees. We pay the normal closing costs.

3. Can you buy if I've already signed with another buyer?

If you have a signed contract with someone else, you need to finish or cancel that first. Talk to an attorney if you're not sure.

4. Can I just get a number to compare?

Yes. The visit and offer are free, with no obligation.

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