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Articles, Guides, Advice, and Insight from The Dorazio Real Estate Team

Why Selling Your Home FSBO Can Cost More Than You Think

One of our agents walked into a neighborhood estate sale and found a Victorian four-flat that the owner planned to sell himself, with three units still under construction. Every sale has to clear pricing, zoning, permits, appraisals, financing and negotiation before it can close, and finding a buyer covers only the first step. We walk through the FSBO risks Chicago sellers tend to miss and how a listing agent handles them before you go under contract.

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Why Some Sellers Still Hesitate on VA Offers, and Why That’s Changing

Outdated assumptions still cause some sellers to discount qualified buyers who use VA financing. Current appraisal timelines, recent VA rule changes, and proposed federal legislation give buyers and sellers better information. An experienced local team can present the financing clearly and address property concerns before they disrupt the deal.

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