Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Buyers
Yes you can from yard signs! And to protect both parties and ensure a smoother experience, our licensed real estate team handles all buyer offers on our site. Just send us a message through the listing page, and we’ll follow up with you.
Yes, and all FSBOInside.com listings provide buyer representation, and outside buyer brokers must contact us directly to discuss their compensation. Keep in mind that you may need to negotiate with your buyer broker the difference in the fee we offer buyer brokers.
While it's not required to send an inquiry, we strongly recommend getting pre-approved first. It shows sellers that you're serious and financially prepared, which gives your offer more weight if you decide to move forward. If you wanna get pre-approved click the link below.
www.christensenproperties.com/wm
After we receive your inquiry, we’ll coordinate with the seller to set up a showing. Most sellers prefer to schedule during daylight hours and may require advance notice.
In most cases, either the buyer or seller hires a real estate attorney to draft or review the contract. Here on FSBOInside.com, our licensed real estate team saves buyers thousands of dollars in legal fees by preparing the state authorized documents.
Yes in most cases. Even in a FSBO transaction, standard due diligence still applies. Hire a licensed inspector to evaluate the property, and if you’re financing, your lender will require an appraisal.
Potentially—and they do require more hands-on coordination. That’s why we’re here: to help guide communication, manage expectations, and make sure you understand the process every step of the way. We help our buyers avoid fraudulent listings and scams.
Sellers
FSBO means “For Sale By Owner.” You sell your property directly without hiring a listing agent—saving thousands in commission.
Professional agents may charge 3–6% in commission. On a $300,000 home, that’s $9,000–$18,000. You only pay us if we bring a buyer and sell your house.
Use a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) based on recent SOLD homes. Pricing just below a major bracket (like $299,900 instead of $305,000) can attract more buyers. Avoid relying on emotion or Zillow estimates. You can also schedule an appointment with us to help you evaluate your home value. You can do so by clicking the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/hv
We recommend:
1. Zillow
2. Facebook Marketplace and local groups
3. FSBO platforms like FSBOInside.com
4. Yard signs, flyers, and neighborhood boards
If your having problems doing it on your own, schedule a listing call with us by clicking the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/fsbohs
It is recommended. Listings with clean, bright, professional photos get more attention and higher offers. Don’t DIY this part if you can avoid it. Remember your house is competing with hundreds of professionally marketed homes for sale.
No. MLS requires an agent to list homes on its platform, even discount services that provide a greater disservice than help.
1. Clean and declutter
2. Hide valuables and prescriptions
3. Use a coded lockbox or be present with someone else
4. Never show the home alone
5. Keep it professional—don’t overshare or negotiate on the spot
If your having problems doing it on your own, schedule a listing call with us by clicking the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/fsbohs
At a minimum:
1. A purchase agreement
2. Seller’s property disclosure
3. Lead-based paint disclosure (if built before 1978)
4. State-specific legal documents
Hire a real estate attorney to review everything—it’s worth it. Click the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/fsbohs
No problem. You can always schedule a listing call with us by clicking the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/fsbohs
FSBOInside.com is an independent marketing platform designed for home sellers who are not represented by professional real estate brokers, or REALTORS®. FSBOInside.com does not represent or guarantee the accuracy of the information presented. Each home owner has provided the information listed above based on their own independent knowledge. FSBOInside.com is an affiliate website owned by Joshua Christensen, a licensed real estate broker in the state of New Mexico, NMREC 20522. R1 of New Mexico | 505-883-9400 is not affiliated with any of these homes listed by sellers and owes no duties to the home owners. If you are a buyer interested in one of these homes, contact Joshua Christensen directly at 505-250-1944. Before entering into a contract to purchase, buyers must have a signed buyer broker agreement with Joshua Christensen. TOP Albuquerque REALTORS®. TOP Rio Rancho REALTORS®. FSBOInside.com and R1 of New Mexico fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Buyers
Yes you can from yard signs! And to protect both parties and ensure a smoother experience, our licensed real estate team handles all buyer offers on our site. Just send us a message through the listing page, and we’ll follow up with you.
Yes, and all FSBOInside.com listings provide buyer representation, and outside buyer brokers must contact us directly to discuss their compensation. Keep in mind that you may need to negotiate with your buyer broker the difference in the fee we offer buyer brokers.
While it's not required to send an inquiry, we strongly recommend getting pre-approved first. It shows sellers that you're serious and financially prepared, which gives your offer more weight if you decide to move forward. If you wanna get pre-approved click the link below.
www.christensenproperties.com/wm
After we receive your inquiry, we’ll coordinate with the seller to set up a showing. Most sellers prefer to schedule during daylight hours and may require advance notice.
In most cases, either the buyer or seller hires a real estate attorney to draft or review the contract. Here on FSBOInside.com, our licensed real estate team saves buyers thousands of dollars in legal fees by preparing the state authorized documents.
Yes in most cases. Even in a FSBO transaction, standard due diligence still applies. Hire a licensed inspector to evaluate the property, and if you’re financing, your lender will require an appraisal.
Potentially—and they do require more hands-on coordination. That’s why we’re here: to help guide communication, manage expectations, and make sure you understand the process every step of the way. We help our buyers avoid fraudulent listings and scams.
Sellers
FSBO means “For Sale By Owner.” You sell your property directly without hiring a listing agent—saving thousands in commission.
Professional agents may charge 3–6% in commission. On a $300,000 home, that’s $9,000–$18,000. You only pay us if we bring a buyer and sell your house.
Use a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) based on recent SOLD homes. Pricing just below a major bracket (like $299,900 instead of $305,000) can attract more buyers. Avoid relying on emotion or Zillow estimates. You can also schedule an appointment with us to help you evaluate your home value. You can do so by clicking the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/hv
We recommend:
1. Zillow
2. Facebook Marketplace and local groups
3. FSBO platforms like FSBOInside.com
4. Yard signs, flyers, and neighborhood boards
If your having problems doing it on your own, schedule a listing call with us by clicking the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/fsbohs
It is recommended. Listings with clean, bright, professional photos get more attention and higher offers. Don’t DIY this part if you can avoid it. Remember your house is competing with hundreds of professionally marketed homes for sale.
No. MLS requires an agent to list homes on its platform, even discount services that provide a greater disservice than help.
1. Clean and declutter
2. Hide valuables and prescriptions
3. Use a coded lockbox or be present with someone else
4. Never show the home alone
5. Keep it professional—don’t overshare or negotiate on the spot
If your having problems doing it on your own, schedule a listing call with us by clicking the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/fsbohs
At a minimum:
1. A purchase agreement
2. Seller’s property disclosure
3. Lead-based paint disclosure (if built before 1978)
4. State-specific legal documents
Hire a real estate attorney to review everything—it’s worth it. Click the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/fsbohs
No problem. You can always schedule a listing call with us by clicking the link below.
www.fsboinside.com/fsbohs
FSBOInside.com is an independent marketing platform designed for home sellers who are not represented by professional real estate brokers, or REALTORS®. FSBOInside.com does not represent or guarantee the accuracy of the information presented. Each home owner has provided the information listed above based on their own independent knowledge. FSBOInside.com is an affiliate website owned by Joshua Christensen, a licensed real estate broker in the state of New Mexico, NMREC 20522. R1 of New Mexico | 505-883-9400 is not affiliated with any of these homes listed by sellers and owes no duties to the home owners. If you are a buyer interested in one of these homes, contact Joshua Christensen directly at 505-250-1944. Before entering into a contract to purchase, buyers must have a signed buyer broker agreement with Joshua Christensen. TOP Albuquerque REALTORS®. TOP Rio Rancho REALTORS®. FSBOInside.com and R1 of New Mexico fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.