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Q: What\u2019s the true cost of selling a home?
\nA: Roughly 10-12% of the sale price.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a DETAILED breakdown (with 2022 data):<\/p>\n

– Agent commissions: 5-6% of the sale price, split between the two agents.
\n– Attorney fees, transfer taxes, and other administrative costs: 1% of the sale price
\n– Home repairs and inspection requests: $100-10,000. The most common repair on a home inspection report? Sticky doors that need adjusting. The second? Leaky faucets and shower heads.<\/p>\n

Optional expenses:<\/p>\n

– Moving: The average cost of a local move with a two-person team is $1,400. A cross-country move will set you back $2,200-5,700. Save on moving by grabbing a few friends and DIY.
\n– Interior staging and exterior landscaping: 18% of sellers\u2019 agents said staging increased a home\u2019s value between 6-10%. Staging and landscaping will run 2% of the sale price, making both worthy of your time and money.
\n– Seller concessions: To sweeten the deal, you may help a buyer with inspection fees, processing fees, or other costs. Usually, no more than 2% of the sale price.
\n– Home warranty: Some sellers offer buyers a warranty to cover the home leading up to closing, so the buyer knows they\u2019re not facing repair costs as soon as they sign. A home warranty costs $300-500.<\/p>\n

One mistake I see from sellers? Pouring money into the wrong improvements before getting an agent involved.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re thinking of selling, don\u2019t wait to get an agent\u2019s eyes on your home \u2014 it\u2019ll focus your efforts and help you get every dollar out of your home. Want help? Contact<\/a> me today.<\/p>\n

Source: https:\/\/www.bankrate.com\/real-estate\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-sell-house\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Source: https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/home-improvement\/moving-services\/movers-and-packers-cost\/#:~:text=The%20national%20average%20cost%20of,to%20between%20%242%2C200%20and%20%245%2C700.<\/a><\/p>\n

Source: https:\/\/www.parealtors.org\/what-are-the-most-common-repairs-that-show-up-in-home-inspections\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Source: https:\/\/www.rockethomes.com\/blog\/home-selling\/cost-of-selling-a-house<\/a><\/p>\n

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