Peoria FSBO, For Sale by Owner, FSBO

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For Sale By Owner

Before I was a Realtor, I sold a home “For Sale by Owner” (or FSBO.) Need to sell your home and considering selling it without a Realtor? Give me a call... I can help you price it... Even if you are selling For Sale By Owner.

So, what’s my motivation. I recently saw a "For Sale By Owner" website that said that over 80% of the people who list their home "FSBO" end up listing with a Real Estate Agent before they sell it.

Simply put, we sell homes. If we can help you now....there is a good chance you will no longer want to go it alone. You will need real estate professionals that will help you get the job done.

Home Buyer

Tim, Thank you so very, very much for everything you did in helping me buy my first home. You made the entire process of buying a house so easy and enjoyable. ...You continuously went above and beyond what I expected a real estate agent to do. I never once felt pressured or pushed but instead felt like you where really helping me find a home, not just selling me a house. And I couldn’t be happier with the house I ended up buying! From the start, I know I could depend on your honesty and your knowledge as well as your thoroughness and I will forever be grateful of your hard work and continued patience. Sincerely, Nicole Zaremba

Why is Selling Your Home Alone
is So Tough??

As I stated, 80% of people that try to sell their home on their own, will eventually use a Realtor. That means that 20% where either successful in selling FSBO or just gave up. That’s because it is not easy to sell your home alone.

Let’s consider the the buyer’s view point. When someone is moving from one city to the next, most people do not look at “For Sale by Owner” sites. One reason is a lack of a National FSBO network. Realtors have an international network.. It will show you most EVERY home that is listed by a Realtor in the united states.

Who does For Sale By Owner Benefit? The Seller. Most people who list their home alone, do it because they think that they can not afford a Realtor. Rarely do they lower the price by the amount a Realtor would charge. Quite often, we find that FSBO homes are over priced. This leads to another reason some people don’t list with a Realtor. Most Realtors don’t want to list an over priced home and sellers have a set price in mind.

You may have heard a real estate agent boasting that they sold ONE MILLION DOLARS. Most people think that real estate agents just rake it in. If a Realtor sells ONE MILLION DOLARS in homes, they MIGHT make $30,000 (a year.) That’s before the brokerage takes a portion (sometimes 50% and more) then most real estate agents pay additional expenses (thousands) like advertising, association fees and other franchise fees. So, most Realtors are not “raking it in” unless they are successfully selling a lot of homes... and those realtors are usually worth it.

So, Who buys For Sale By Owner properties. #1 people driving through the neighborhood and happen to find a sign. #2 People who think they will get a better price buying a FSBO.

What are the Positives?
We all have heard the stories of a home selling FSBO in the first week.

Who Sells FSBO
Those who really like to do everything themselves. DIYS’ers
Those who have been burned by a bad real estate agent
Those who have DIYS’ers for parents.
Those who think real estate agents charge too much.
Those who really can’t afford a real estate agent
Those who think they will save money selling it alone

Have another reason? Email me, I’ll add it to the list.

Home Seller / Home Buyer

"We asked Tim to help us sell our home and find a home to purchase in 2008. Tim has an expert knowledge of real estate and was always willing to answer my many questions. Tim was very patient and always very responsive to our needs and requests. I found the process of buying and selling very overwhelming, if it were not for Tim, I would have gave up, and would still be sitting in my old home complaining. Tim helped us find the perfect new home and the perfect offer on our old home. He guided us through every step of the process. He went above and beyond to support us and help us through the process. I still ask Tim any questions I have related to real-estate and I know I will get a helpful answer. I would highly recommend him as someone of integrity to do business with." ~ Brandy Thatcher

Home Seller
& Buyer

“Tim, As you know, our neighbors house was listed for sometime before we put our home on the market. They were surprised when our house sold in under 2 weeks for more money than their home. Thank you for all your help!” ~ Susan Pintar

Home Seller

“...I have spent the last 40 years or so working for larger employers and as a result have relocated many times for job purposes. I have sold 11 homes in those 40 years... ...As a direct result of your professionalism, I can say with out reservation that you are the best agent I have worked with. Your market knowledge, pricing insights, negotiating skills and unequivocal commitment to your customer are the best I’ve ever experienced.” ~ Jerry Abrahamson

I Believe...

    People don't want to be "Sold," they want their property SOLD! I believe that treating people fairly and with respect is an investment in my business.
    "I love working with clients. A majority of my business comes from personal referrals from past clients, Peoria Area lenders and fellow Realtors from across the country. Those referrals come from people from whom I've earned trust.
    I continually reach for excellence in real estate. My bio shows my dedication to education. Less than 3% of all Realtors have invested in and have earned the designations that I hold. Of all these traits, what could be more important than simple trust and confidence in competence."

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Tim D. Johnson,
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Serving the Greater Peoria Area
of Central Illinois.
Including Tazewell, Woodford and Peoria Counties
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Tim Johnson, Realtor ~ Providing Real Estate services for Residential Real Estate and Commercial Real Estate for the
Greater Peoria Area of Central Illinois.