How to Sell Your House Without a Realtor in 2025

Avoid 6% commissions and take control of your home sale. Learn how to list on the MLS, price your home right, and handle paperwork — all without hiring a real estate agent.

Thinking about selling your home yourself or skipping services like Opendoor? This 2025 guide shows how to list on the MLS, reach buyers, and close — without paying a 6% agent fee.

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🏡 Why Homeowners Sell Without an Agent

  • ✅ Save $10,000+ in commission on average
  • ✅ Full control over pricing, negotiations, and showings
  • ✅ MLS access without paying 3% listing fees
  • ✅ More tools than ever to market FSBO

📋 Step-by-Step: How to Sell Your House FSBO

  1. Price Your Home Right – Use comps and pricing calculators to avoid overpricing.
  2. Order a Flat Fee MLS Package – This gives you Realtor.com + Zillow exposure.
  3. Prep Your Home for Showings – Clean, declutter, and take HD photos.
  4. Handle Inquiries & Showings – Screen buyers and manage open houses.
  5. Review Offers & Disclosures – Use contract templates or a closing attorney.
  6. Close with a Title Company – They’ll handle the paperwork, escrow, and deed transfer.

📢 Where Will Your FSBO Listing Appear?

With Brokerless, your property is listed on your local MLS, which syndicates to:

  • Realtor.com
  • Zillow
  • Trulia
  • Redfin (in select areas)
  • Dozens of broker IDX sites

🏠 Selling Without Opendoor or a Realtor

Many sellers compare instant-offer companies like Opendoor to flat fee MLS options. With Brokerless, you stay in control — set your price, negotiate directly, and reach thousands of buyers on Realtor.com, Zillow, and Trulia without paying 6% commissions or giving up equity.

💡 Pro Tip: Use a Flat Fee MLS Service

Instead of paying a full-service agent 3%, a flat fee MLS service like Brokerless lets you list on the MLS for as low as $99. You'll still reach buyers and buyer agents, without commission pressure.

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🚀 Ready to List Without a Realtor?

Start your FSBO journey today with Brokerless. Pick a flat fee MLS package, upload your details, and go live within 24 hours.

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❓Common Questions About Selling Without a Realtor

Is it legal to sell your house without a Realtor?

Yes. Homeowners can legally sell their property themselves using a flat fee MLS service like Brokerless. Learn more in our detailed guide on flat fee MLS legality.

How fast can I list my home on the MLS?

Most Brokerless listings go live within one business day after submission — sometimes the same day.