DIY, of course, stands for Do-It-Yourself and in real estate we refer to these sellers as FSBOs, pronounced "fizz-bo". The natural aversion to paying 6% to a broker to sell one's home is absolutely normal. But, because of the multitude of issues that are involved, selling your home yourself can be challenging.
If you are the adventurous type, go for it. The key to success in selling your Marco Island home, as is it is with just about everything, is preparation. Not preparing is a recipe for disaster. Your home may go unsold for a long time if it sells at all. Plus, your bottom line may shrink considerably if you fail to recognize some of the nuances of the process.
To help you prepare, I've put together a few tips that you should be aware
