Besides the costs related to making repairs and improving the overall appearance of the home, as the seller, the following are some of the costs you may need to pay:
- A real estate commission, if you use an agency to sell
- Advertising costs, marketing materials and other fees if you sell the home yourself
- Title insurance (varies by state)
- Excise tax for the sale
- Prorated costs for your share of annual expenses, such as property taxes, homeowner association fees and fuel tank rentals
- Any other fees normally paid by sellers in your area, including points, survey and appraisal fees
