Hi Patricia,

The only two franchises I know of that do flat fee listings are Help-U-Sell and Assist-2-Sell.  I don't know if either of them are in the Alexandria area. Unless their models have changed, they charge a flat fee PLUS offer the MLS buyer broker fee.  So, in reality you probably wouldn't be saving a substantial amount. 

I'm a retired REALTOR (30 years experience) and I would never try to sell my home on my own. The legalities are constantly changing and I'd want someone to protect me and share the liability... as well as get me mass exposure.

Best of luck in whatever you decide.   

I would be surprised if there is not a "mentor listing" company.  But why would you think a home would sell for the appraisal amount?  That is not usually an indicator of market value or what a buyer would pay. Its more of a replacement cost.

not a good decision..... flat fee agents are not marketer....they are not negotiators.... they toss it into mls and the homeowner hopes for the best...

Not sure if that is the move you want to do.

there are many, Fizber is one also. BUTTTTTTT seriously consider it before you do... you "might" want to solicit help from a seasoned pro, maybe not to do everything but a sliding scale fee structure.

here is my number one question? who will answer the questions? who will answer the phone? it is a daunting task, if you are up to it.go for it. some of those MLS flat fee are no savings at all, because the potential buyers  dont call you, they call the flat fee agent! in my world..if it were my house, i would put my home on zillow as a for sale by owner....this is going to be too much for one answer..perhaps email me if you like some help or questions answered. or call also. tks mike

Market values and house appraisals can be different values . Our area relies on market values . Selling your home based on appraised value may end up with less money to you. 

Good morning Patricia.  While I understand the perception of trying to save money and try to sell real estate without paying fees that concept typically backfires in many ways. 

Home sellers still need to comply with local and state requirements and need to do this as a minimum in order to avoid liability.

Also buyers will build in the sellers savings that they are perceived to be putting in their pocket at close and will want that money off the price or in credits at close. 

I'm sure there are ways to sell themselves but in my many years in this business I've found that hiring a professional to do the job can actually be the best for maximizing the value of a home in the marketplace.

Best of luck.

In Erie only one broker has done this but says never again without much higher fee.  Liability, liability, liability.  Not worth it to the broker who inputs for small fee.

I don't know about Alexandria, Virgina but I know that all the services in NY that do this usually fall short in the service they provide. Also, I do know that the market is so competitive in NYC that the home owners who try to sell their homes without hiring an agent are usually hurt in the process (financially, emotionally and timewise). I hope things do work differently in Alexandria. I wish you all the luck and success in the world. If you change your mind, I hear that the Coldwell Banker office located at 310 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314 knows how to deliver! NO, I do not work in that office nor am I being offered any compensation for mentioning them. I just know what their market share and productivity levels are like. They ROCK!  

[George L. Rosario, NYC's Hometown Realtor, Coldwell Banker Kueber, the Rosario Shalomayev Team, #glrosario #RosarioShalomayevTeam]

Just call some agents. Either they will or might know someone in their office that will.
I have realtor partners here that do it. 
I cannot imagine why any realtor would turn down a few hundred bucks to provide the service.

Do not know

Good luck with your efforts.

Research shows that houses that are listed with REALTORS sell quicker and for more money.

Patricia Harris - you got few good answers...

You might think of contacting Don Shab at Fizber. His number is (949) 625-6436. He deals with unrepresented Sellers and flat rates.

Or you might contact knowledgeable experts in your area and discuss your situation with them. Two excellent Rainers who service your area are Amanda S. Davidson [(703) 431-3755] and Susan Haughton [(703) 470-4545}.

Good luck with. I hope you are prepared to handle the paperwork and the disclosures that are required. 

I'm with Kathleen Daniels . Great advice!

Lots of discount brokerages out there willing to take your money for this.  Best to hire a full brokerage, it is well worth the money. 

But many need to go the "selling it themselves" route before learning how inexpensive a real broker is.

I suggest a Google search of Flat Fee Brokerage ... in your area.  See what comes up. 

Google it.  There must be plenty of them.  

Sorry, I can't help you, but I would think that Google could help.

I don't know about your market specifically, but "Help-U-Sell" is one out here that does this.  You may want to check with some area agents, they may be willing to do this for you (and could help with the legal paperwork).

Was the appraisal done for the previous buyer?  Most lenders will order their own appraisal.  Could certainly turn out higher or lower than the one she has.

We've sold several homes as FSBO's. It's a very simple process. Just make sure to offer a co-broke to a buyers agent if you want a little more exposure. Set up an account with a title/escrow company and they'll provide you with all the paperwork and will help you with the process. I always had one of our attorneys look everything over just to make sure we were solid. Selling a home is not rocket science.

It will be an interesting to see how you will sell your house when it is Virginia and you are in Florida, according to your bio.