Lisa Graham,

Recently a friend reached out to ask questions about selling a home. She wanted to know what the difference is between selling a home privately, or selling it on the market with a realtor. Many people are focused on fees, but there are many differences and factors to consider. Few people outside of real estate understand the complexities of a home sale. Here are 10 points to help you understand the difference between “for sale by owner” and selling with a real estate professional.