In this guide to selling FSBO in Delaware, we present the ins and outs of selling by owner in The First State. This includes a comprehensive overview of the full process of preparing, marketing, and closing your home sale without the help of a Realtor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n
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If you don\u2019t have the time or expertise to list your home FSBO, partner with a trusted, top agent in your Delaware market. We analyze over 27 million transactions and thousands of reviews to find you the best agent for your unique situation.<\/p>\n \n
Editor\u2019s note: No matter how you choose to sell your home, if you\u2019d like to consult with a real estate agent first, HomeLight can introduce you to top-rated professionals in your Delaware market<\/a>. Based on sales data, the top 5% of agents sell homes for 10% or more than average agents. FSBO is a method of selling a house without the assistance of a commissioned or flat-rate Realtor, known as a listing agent. In a FSBO sale, the seller assumes the responsibilities that would normally fall to their agent, such as pricing the property<\/a>, marketing<\/a> it to buyers, arranging showings<\/a> and open houses, and negotiating<\/a> the deal.<\/p>\n In an agent-assisted sale, the seller typically pays a commission amounting to 3%-5.8% of the sale price<\/a>, depending on who pays for the buyer\u2019s agent commission<\/a>. That amount is deducted from the seller\u2019s proceeds at closing.<\/p>\n Commission rules and regulations changed after the National Association of Realtors (NAR) announced<\/a> a landmark lawsuit settlement on March 15, 2024. These changes started in August 2024 and have \u201cdecoupled\u201d seller and buyer agent compensation. Buyers are now responsible for paying their own Realtor fees<\/a>. By selling FSBO, a seller can eliminate the cost of the listing agent commission (around 3%). However, in some markets, sellers are still offering to pay the buyer\u2019s agent commissions<\/a>.<\/p>\n Even with new commission rules in place, buyer\u2019s agents<\/a> in Delaware will expect compensation for the work they do to bring a buyer to a sale, such as arranging showings and helping to tee up and qualify the buyer. Plus, when a seller isn\u2019t working with an agent, the buyer\u2019s agent may end up carrying more of the weight to get the deal to the finish line.<\/p>\n See our guide on who pays closing costs<\/a> when selling a house by owner for more details.<\/p>\n Finally, a FSBO sale does not mean that you won\u2019t need any professional assistance. In Delaware, state law dictates that an attorney is required to conduct the closing<\/a> of a home sale.<\/p>\nHow does selling by owner (FSBO) work in Delaware?<\/h2>\n