Lets face the fact, sometimes real estate professionals and home owners selling on their own mix about as good as oil and water. So why am I any different?
My opinion of selling a home is like any other do-it-yourself project. Some people can build a new deck on the house or tackle that kitchen remodel, while some people simply want or need to hire a professional. I confess; long before I started a career in real estate, I sold my first home as a fsbo. Now, as a professional I tend to work with fsbo's and not against them. I offer some valuable services designed to assist you with selling your home.
Most who have taken on the sale of their home have done some research, laid out some sort of marketing plan, and understand what they are getting into. And oh yes, be aware of the many companies who claim to help you sell on your own, most do not include MLS exposure, and that only reduces your chance of selling. Before paying a fee to one of these companies, consider what it is you are really getting for your money. Will they be with you when questions arise?
So what can I offer to fsbo's?
I offer several different options. The first of which is designed only to assist you in document preparation and closing services. The second program is a menu of Realtor-specific marketing services offered to you on a pay-per-use basis.
Here's how the programs work:

Document prep. & closing service.   O.K., so you have found a buyer for your home, you will need to prepare some disclosure forms, a purchase contract, closing instructions, arrange for title insurance, arrange for closing services, etc... or have professional assistance with all of these items and more. 

• I meet with the buyers & sellers to explain and prepare the purchase contract

• I will prepare all necessary seller disclosure forms

• I will attend your closing and sign the settlement statements (saving you $$$)

• I use professional contract software to produce all documents

• Can't make it to my office? I can come to you with my portable office

• All parties will receive a complete set of documents

• I will assist in ordering title insurance and closing services

• I have arranged for a local title company to hold the earnest money

• I work with both the buyer and seller as a "transaction broker." Click here for the definition.

The cost is a flat fee of $1500 and can be paid by buyer, seller or any combination. An unbeatable value to assure that so many factors are addressed correctly during your sale.

Program #2.  So you have decided to sell on your own. You should be aware of some basic truths about the "system" that is in place in the professional real estate community. Buyers today are more capable than ever before to research the market, look up listings and then contact an agent for what amounts to be free representation that's paid for by the seller.  Because of technology and changes in the industry, buyers are using "buyers agents" more than ever before. One of the disadvantages you face as a fsbo is not having access to the marketing tools that give your home maximum exposure. The local MLS systems, the Busiest consumer site on the web, REALTOR.com, high distribution magazines such as "Homes Illustrated" and others. Once in the local MLS, listed homes can be toured by potential buyers in the company of a real estate professional. Access to the home is gained according to the owners instructions via a "lockbox". This means that homes are shown while most sellers are at work, play or wherever. Successful fsbo's will need to have the time available to show their home regularly, and should also be aware of the dangers of letting unaccompanied strangers into their home.  That said, what else do I offer?

Exposure in the Evergreen-Conifer MLS database
Exposure in the Denver based "Metrolist" MLS database
Advertising in the Realtor-only magazine "Homes Illustrated"
A "Standard" or "Showcase" property listing on REALTOR®.com
A Property listing on Recolorado.com
A 4 image "Virtual Tour" on REALTOR®.com
High quality black & white or color flyer printing
Too many options too list, call me to discuss them!