Selling your home without an agent doesn’t mean doing it alone. This page brings together key Florida FSBO resources — from legal considerations and disclosures to pricing guidance — so you can navigate the process informed, prepared, and in control.
Connect With Your Trusted PartnersThis Florida FSBO Resource Page is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, real estate brokerage services, or a substitute for professional guidance.
Laws, required disclosures, forms, timelines, and procedures for selling a home For Sale By Owner (FSBO) in Florida are subject to change and may vary by county, city, municipality, or homeowners’ association (HOA). What applies in one location may not apply in another.
Before listing your property, marketing your home, or accepting an offer, you should consult with a licensed Florida real estate attorney, title company, or other qualified local real estate professional to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Federal laws may also apply nationwide, including — but not limited to — lead-based paint disclosure requirements for most homes built before 1978.
Disclose property condition, known defects, environmental hazards, flood history, HOA requirements, and any state-mandated forms.
If the home was built before 1978, provide the required lead-based paint disclosure, EPA pamphlet, and buyer acknowledgments.
Use a Florida-compliant purchase agreement and clearly define deposits, inspection periods, appraisal terms, financing, and closing date.
Order a title search early to identify liens, payoff amounts, permit issues, or boundary concerns that could delay closing.
Confirm whether your transaction will close through a Florida attorney, escrow company, or title company, and schedule signing and document delivery.
Keep copies of disclosures, communications, offers and counteroffers, and receipts for repairs for your records.
Below is a high-level overview of common disclosure categories Florida FSBO sellers should be aware of. This information is provided for educational purposes only. A licensed Florida real estate attorney or local authority can confirm the exact disclosures required for your property.
Foundation or roof issues, water intrusion, HVAC, plumbing, or electrical problems, past insurance claims, and any known unpermitted work.
Lead-based paint, radon (where applicable), mold, asbestos, underground storage tanks, and methamphetamine contamination (where applicable).
Well water quality, septic system condition, pumping and maintenance records, and required permits where applicable.
Flood zone status, prior flooding or water events, drainage issues, grading concerns, and evolving disclosure requirements.
Association bylaws, dues, resale packages, restrictions, and any current or pending special assessments.
The right price helps you attract serious buyers quickly, reduce lowball offers, and avoid surprises during inspections and appraisals.
Tip: Don’t rely on one data point. Use recent sold comps, active competition, and days on market to build a realistic range.
Focus on recent sold comps from the last 3–6 months in the same micro-neighborhood, with similar size, layout, lot, and features.
Compare active listings and days on market. Adjust for condition, upgrades, location, and any features your home lacks (or has more of).
Decide whether to list at estimated market value or price slightly under to create urgency and attract multiple buyers.
Document upgrades, permits (if applicable), and receipts. Provide your strongest comps so the appraiser can clearly support the valuation.
Because official forms and statutes can update, use the trusted sources below to locate the latest state-approved rules and federal disclosure forms.
Tip: In the ARELLO directory, look for Florida links labeled “Main,” “Law,” and “Rules” to find the official regulator site, statutes, and administrative rules.
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