Selling Your Home Without an Agent? Here’s How to Not Mess It Up.

We get it — agents charge a commission, and you’re thinking, "How hard can this be?"

If you're planning to go For Sale by Owner (FSBO) in the Oklahoma City area, this guide gives you the inside scoop on what actually matters, what to skip, and how to keep more of your profit without losing your mind in the process.

🧼 Step 1: Make It Shine Before You Show It Off

First impressions matter — online and IRL.

✅ Clean it like your picky aunt is coming over
✅ Fix the little stuff (buyers notice everything)
✅ Declutter and brighten up each space

Want bonus points?

• Grab a pre-listing inspection

• Hire a photographer

• Add a few cozy or modern touches for staging vibes

💰 Step 2: Don’t Overprice Yourself Out of a Sale

Most FSBOs start too high — and sit. Don’t be that house.

Here’s how to price smarter:

• Look at recent sales in your neighborhood

• Use Zillow/Redfin to get in the ballpark (but don’t rely on them alone)

• Adjust based on updates, layout, and condition

📌 Tip: If no one’s calling in the first 7–10 days, your price might be the problem.

📣 Step 3: Spread the Word (Like You Mean It)

No agent = no MLS. So it’s on you to get eyeballs.

List it on:

• Zillow FSBO

• Facebook Marketplace + local OKC real estate groups

• Craigslist (use good judgment)

• FSBO.com, Yard signs, and flyers with your contact info

🔥 Hot tip: A short video walkthrough on your phone can get way more views than just photos alone.

🏡 Step 4: Show It Off — Safely

Be prepared for:

• Last-minute showing requests

• No-shows (yep, it happens)

• Strangers walking through your house

Tips:

• Don’t show alone if possible

• Hide valuables + meds

• Leave a flyer or info sheet buyers can take

📝 Step 5: The Offer Comes In… Now What?

Here’s where it gets real.

You’ll need to:

• Use the Oklahoma Residential Purchase Contract

• Send the earnest money to a title company

• Track timelines for inspection, appraisal, loan approval, etc.

😅 Feeling overwhelmed?
Hire a transaction coordinator to keep everything moving — it’s like having a project manager without paying full commission.

📄 Step 6: Don’t Skip the Legal Stuff

Required in Oklahoma:

• Property Condition Disclosure

• Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (if your home was built before 1978)

You’ll also need:

• A title company to handle closing

• To review the title commitment

• To respond to repair requests (yep, they’re coming)

🎉 Step 7: Close the Deal & Celebrate

If all goes well:

• You’ll meet at the title company

• Sign papers

• Get paid

• Hand over the keys

That’s a wrap — you did it!

💡 Want to DIY but Not Alone?

Even if you’re not hiring an agent, you don’t have to go it 100% solo.

At ArrivedOKC, we help FSBO sellers:

• Run comps so your price is spot on

• Connect with trusted title companies

• Set up professional photos or docs

• Or even jump in mid-way if things get off track

No pressure. No hard sell. Just help when you need it.

Selling FSBO in OKC?
Shoot me a message — I’ll send over comps, connect you with vendors, or answer questions anytime.