If you are getting ready to sell your Tennessee home, you are most likely trying to research the most profitable way of doing so. Without doing some research, the first thing that comes to your head is most likely to sell by owner so you can avoid real estate fees. 

Just like most things, there are benefits and downfalls. That may not be what you are wanting to hear, but it is important to understand what you are dealing with before making a decision. Here are some for sale by owner pros and cons to think about before deciding if it’s the right decision for you.

Pro: Make More Money

When you don’t involve another party you don’t have to pay them. You will pay between 4-6 percent of the home’s purchase price to an agent. Selling your home by owner will save you a pretty chunk of change. This is the biggest reason why people try to sell their home on their own.

Con: Selling a Home Is Hard Work

There is more to selling a home than just staging it. If you want to sell it for the right price, you will have a lot of work to do and need to have a lot of time to do it. Selling by owner means your home will need to have repairs made, and if it is an older home, you may need to make some cosmetic changes. This can be time consuming and expensive. You will also need to have your home inspected and photographed so you can list it. Choosing to work with an investor like TN HomeBuyers can help lessen the load so you don’t have to worry about any of the hard work.

Pro: You Can Manage the Schedule of Showings and Open Houses

Keeping your house tidy all day is exhausting, however, keeping it immaculate every day is impossible. Selling your home by owner allows you to schedule showings on your own time, so you can get home and clean it when you are available.
Con: Cleaning Your Home

Or skip the hassles of cleaning your home all together and go with a cash buyer like TN HomeBuyers. There’s no need to clean or pick up anything. There’s no showings and we will buy the house as-is, in any condition.

Sell for a Cash Offer

There are many benefits of going to a cash buyer. A few of them being more cash in your pocket, selling as is, and saving time. 

So then what should you do? Don’t fret! We are here to help you out and we can get you the cash in 7 days. A cash offer is great when you don’t have much time, or just don’t know if you want to go through a huge process while selling. If you would like more information on a cash buyer is, fill out the form and we will give you a call today!