FSBO vs Agent
The Philadelphia study tracked thousands of side-by-side sales: agent-sold homes netted about 9.5% more than for-sale-by-owner homes, even after commission. Run your own numbers below.
Sell yourself (FSBO)
Likely sale price$525,000
Commission$0
Estimated net$525,000
List with an agent
Likely sale price (+9.5%)$574,875
Commission (5%)− $28,744
Estimated net$546,131
Based on the Philadelphia study of side-by-side FSBO vs. agent-sold homes: agent-sold homes netted approximately 9.5% more even after commission. Illustrative only — your specific situation depends on local comparables, condition, and exposure.