How to Sell Your House Without a Realtor in Florida
You have three real ways to sell a Florida house without hiring a listing agent. Each one trades money, time and work differently. Here is an honest comparison, including when selling to us is not your best option.
Your three options
| Option | How it works | Good fit when |
|---|---|---|
| For sale by owner (FSBO) | You price, market, show and negotiate yourself. A title company or real estate attorney handles the closing. | The house is in good shape, priced right, and you have time to handle showings and buyer questions. |
| Flat-fee MLS listing | You pay a flat fee instead of a percentage to get on the MLS and the big home search sites. You still do most of the work. | You want maximum exposure to retail buyers but don’t want to pay a full listing commission. |
| Direct cash sale | A buyer like us makes a written offer, buys as-is and closes at a title company on your date. | The house needs work, you need certainty or speed, or you don’t want showings. |
Costs that remain no matter how you sell
Skipping a listing agent removes the listing commission, but some costs remain. Florida charges documentary stamp tax on the deed of $0.70 per $100 of the price (outside Miami-Dade), which sellers customarily pay. Depending on the county and contract, you may also pay for the owner’s title policy, your share of property taxes for the year, and your mortgage payoff. Many buyers using agents will also ask you to pay their agent. See our full guide to Florida seller closing costs.
What a title company does for you
Whichever path you take, a Florida title company or real estate attorney can run the title search, clear liens, prepare closing documents, collect and disburse the money, and record the deed. That is how FSBO and cash sales close safely without a listing agent.
When listing will net you more
If your house is updated, insurable and in a strong neighborhood, putting it in front of retail buyers, with or without an agent, will usually bring a higher price than a cash offer. We will tell you that if it’s true for your house.
When a direct cash sale makes sense
- The house needs major repairs, or has storm or flood damage
- It won’t qualify for a buyer’s loan or insurance
- You inherited it, live out of state or need to close on a specific date
- You don’t want strangers walking through, or there are tenants
Not sure which way to go? Compare a cash offer vs. listing, then get a free offer to see real numbers.
General information only, not legal or tax advice.
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Common questions
Can I legally sell my house without a Realtor in Florida?
Yes. Florida homeowners can sell their own property. A title company or real estate attorney typically handles the closing.
Who writes the contract if I sell by owner?
Many sellers use a standard Florida residential contract form and have a real estate attorney review it. The title company then closes based on that contract.
Do I still pay closing costs without an agent?
Yes. You save the listing commission, but costs like the deed doc stamps, possible title insurance and your mortgage payoff remain.
Do you charge a commission?
No. When you sell directly to us, there are no fees or commissions.
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