Can I sell my house myself in Florida?

You want to keep more of your sale money, and you are willing to do the work. Many owners consider it. Here is what selling it yourself in Florida actually involves.

Is it legal to sell my own house in Florida?

Yes. Florida's real estate licensing law exempts owners dealing with their own property, so you do not need a license or a broker to sell your own home.

What do I have to disclose?

• Known defects that materially affect value and that a buyer could not readily see, under Florida case law (Johnson v. Davis).
• Radon notice: Florida requires a radon gas notification in contracts for sale (Fla. Stat. 404.056(5)).
• Lead-based paint disclosure for homes built before 1978 (federal law, 42 U.S.C. 4852d).
• For condos and HOA communities, the association documents and disclosures buyers are entitled to.

What will I be doing myself?

1. Setting the price from recent closed sales and current competition.
2. Photos, description, and getting the listing seen; most buyers search on portals fed by the MLS.
3. Scheduling and hosting showings, and screening buyers' financing.
4. Negotiating price, inspection repairs and credits.
5. Using a written contract and coordinating with a title company or Florida attorney through closing.

Will I still pay an agent?

Possibly. Most buyers have an agent. Whether and how much you offer a buyer's agent is your choice and is negotiable; nothing sets a standard amount.

Where do owners usually get stuck?

Pricing and negotiation. A price set too high stalls the sale; too low gives away money. The inspection period is where many self-sold deals renegotiate or fall apart.

Can I get help with just the price?

Yes. Knowing what homes like yours are selling for helps whether you hire a brokerage or not.

This page is general information, not legal advice. Rely on a Florida-licensed attorney for contract and disclosure questions.