How Much Does it Cost to Sell a House in VA?

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In this article I'll be navigating some of the numerous elements involved in determining the cost soon before listing & around the time of closing on a home sale, focusing on net but diving deep into the out-of-pocket or out-of-proceeds factors as well. The answer to this question depends on a number of factors. While most of the below is the same regardless of state, I'll be providing some SE VA-specific examples.

1. Lowest Direct Costs (i.e. not Offering a Buyer's Agent Commission) &/or Lowest Direct Time Often Means Lowest Net Profits

2. Some discretionary costs of sale can have a net positive impact.

3. Some misguided costs of sale or home improvements can have a net negative impact.

4. Higher Values Tend to Mean Lower % Costs

5. Better Condition Upon Choice to Sell Means Lower % Cost to Sell

6. Contract Differences

7. Commission Differences for Unrepresented Buyers & Buyers the Listing Agent Represents

8. Seller Closing Costs

9. Many Other Impacts on Price

10. Listing Agent Commissions

11. Listing Agent Hidden Fees

12. Seller Closing Calculators

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