FOR SALE BY OWNER (FSBO) WINNIPEG: SHOULD YOU SELL YOUR HOME PRIVATELY? Every year, more homeowners in Winnipeg are considering selling their homes privately instead of listing with a Realtor . This is commonly called FSBO - “For Sale By Owner.” The main reason is simple: Most sellers want to save commission and maximize their final profit. And honestly, that makes complete sense. For most people, their home is one of their largest financial assets. Naturally, homeowners want to keep as much money as possible when selling. Because of social media, Facebook Marketplace, Kijiji, and online real estate websites, many homeowners now believe selling privately is easier than ever before. And in some situations, selling privately can absolutely work. However, what many homeowners discover during the process is that successfully selling a home involves far more than simply putting up a sign and posting photos online. In today's Winnipeg real estate market, factors li...