There’s more than one way to sell a house—and the “best” path depends on your timeline, budget, property condition, and stress tolerance. Below is a clear, side-by-side look at your three main options in Georgia so you can run the numbers and choose with confidence.
At-a-Glance: Your Choices
Option |
Speed |
Out-of-Pocket Costs |
Repairs/Prep |
Effort |
Certainty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hire a Georgia Agent |
Variable (30–90+ days) |
High (prep, staging, 6% commission, ~2% closing) |
Likely |
Medium |
Not guaranteed |
FSBO (Sell It Yourself) |
Variable |
Medium (marketing, photos, legal) |
Likely |
High |
Not guaranteed |
Direct Sale to Middle Georgia Cash Homes |
Fast (often days) |
Low (no commission; typical closing costs covered) |
None (sell as-is) |
Low |
High (cash/firm date) |
Option 1: Hire a Georgia Real Estate Agent
When it shines
If your house is in strong, show-ready condition and you’re able to invest in prep, photography, and patience, a traditional listing can maximize top-line price—especially in hot micro-markets.
Pros
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Access to the full MLS buyer pool and pro marketing
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Skilled pricing strategy and negotiation
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Potential for highest sale price (before fees)
Cons
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Upfront work and expenses (repairs, cleaning, staging, yard)
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Ongoing holding costs while you wait (taxes, utilities, HOA, insurance)
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Commission (commonly ~6%) + ~2% closing costs reduce net
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Inspections, appraisal, and financing can delay—or derail—closing
Option 2: Sell the Property On Your Own (FSBO)
When it shines
You’ve sold property before, have time to market, show, and manage paperwork, and want to avoid listing commissions.
Pros
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No listing commission
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Full control of pricing, showings, and terms
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Direct feedback from buyers
Cons
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Heavy lift: marketing, buyer screening, showings, contracts, deadlines
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Often sells for less than agent-listed homes
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You still shoulder repairs, holding costs, and buyer concessions
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Legal/contract risk if details are missed
Option 3: Sell Directly to Middle Georgia Cash Homes
When it shines
You value speed, simplicity, and certainty—or the property needs work you’d rather not tackle.
Pros
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Fast closing on your timeline (often in days)
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As-is sale—no cleaning, showings, or repairs
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No commissions; standard closing costs typically covered
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Firm price and date = no financing fall-throughs
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Clear, streamlined paperwork
Cons
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Offer may be below full retail—but many sellers net similar or more after avoiding commissions, repairs, months of holding costs, and surprises
How to Choose (Quick Worksheet)
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Timeline: Need to close in ≤30 days? → Lean Direct Sale
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Cash on hand for prep: < $3k? → Avoid heavy make-ready; consider Direct Sale
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Property condition: Major repairs or dated? → Direct Sale or FSBO to investors
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Maximizing top-line price: Strong condition + flexible timeline? → Agent
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Stress tolerance & time: Limited bandwidth? → Direct Sale
Tip: Compare net numbers, not just price.
Net = Sale Price – (Commission + Closing Costs + Repairs + Holding Costs + Concessions)
FAQs
Q: Will I be asked to make repairs with a direct sale?
A: No. Middle Georgia Cash Homes buys as-is—you can even leave unwanted items behind.
Q: Can I pick the closing date?
A: Yes. With Middle Georgia Cash Homes, you choose the date that works for you.
Q: Do I pay commissions or fees?
A: With Middle Georgia Cash Homes, there are no commissions. Standard closing costs are typically covered for you.
Ready to See Your Numbers?
We’ll show you a side-by-side breakdown—listing vs. FSBO vs. direct sale—so you can choose what’s best for your situation in Georgia. No pressure, no obligations.
Call Middle Georgia Cash Homes at 478-216-1795 or send us a message to get your options today.