Buy, sell & rent directly from owners. Keep the commission.
List your home, rental, land, vehicle or business free. Find by-owner deals before they hit the big portals. Get step-by-step guides, calculators and vetted pros — all in one place.
What are you looking for?
Homes, rentals, land, vehicles and businesses — listed by the people who own them.
Tell us your goal. Get a step-by-step plan built for your ZIP code.
Whether you're selling, renting out, buying or just exploring, you'll get a personalized plan — plus matches with vetted pros only if you ask for them.
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Pricing worksheetRecent comparable sales and rents to anchor your price — prepared by a person, not a guess-o-matic.
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Paperwork checklist for your stateDisclosures, contracts and closing steps so nothing slips.
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Optional pro matchingFlat-fee MLS, attorneys, inspectors, lenders — only the ones you choose.
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Zero commission, zero obligationFree for owners. Always.
Sell or rent by owner in four clear steps
The same playbook successful owners use — with tools for every step.
Plan & price
Use the readiness quiz, comps worksheet and net-proceeds calculator to set a price that sells.
List free
Create a listing with photos, details and a map pin. Upgrade to Featured anytime for more exposure.
Connect privately
Buyers and renters message you through ByOwners. You decide who to call back, tour or screen.
Close with confidence
Follow our closing guides and bring in an attorney or title company — only what you need.
See what selling by owner could keep in your pocket
Estimates only. Commissions are negotiable; buyer-agent fees are optional.
Latest by-owner listings
Pro-grade calculators. No sign-up.
Run the numbers like a pro before you list, buy or rent.
Commission Savings Calculator
See exactly how much you keep by selling by owner vs. a traditional listing.
Seller Net Proceeds Calculator
Estimate the cash you walk away with after payoff, closing costs and concessions.
Mortgage Calculator
Monthly payment with taxes, insurance, HOA and PMI — plus a full amortization schedule.
Home Affordability Calculator
How much house your income supports using lender-style 28/36 debt ratios.
Rental Property Calculator
Cash flow, cap rate and cash-on-cash return for a rental before you buy or list it.
Rent vs. Buy Calculator
Compare the true cost of renting and buying over the years you plan to stay.
Closing Cost Estimator
Line-by-line closing cost estimate for buyers and sellers.
Sell-By-Owner Readiness Quiz
8 questions that tell you whether FSBO, flat-fee MLS or an agent fits you best.
Learn it once. Save every time.
How to Avoid Scams When Buying, Selling, or Renting By Owner
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How to Sell a Car By Owner: Paperwork, Safe Payment, and Scam-Proof Steps
Sell your car privately for more than trade-in: pricing, title and loan payoff, bill of sale, odometer rules, safe test drives,...
How to Buy a House Directly From the Owner Without Getting Burned
How to buy a house directly from the owner: find by-owner homes, get pre-approved, write a protected offer, and handle inspecti...
How to Price a Home for Sale By Owner: Comps, Math, and Strategy
Price your FSBO home like an appraiser: pick the right comps, run price-per-square-foot math, adjust for differences, and know ...
How to Rent Out Your House By Owner: The Complete Landlord Guide
Rent out your house by owner the right way: local permits, landlord insurance, pricing, tenant screening, leases, move-in inspe...
How to Sell Your House By Owner: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide
How to sell your house by owner, step by step: prep, pricing, disclosures, marketing, showings, offers, inspection, appraisal, ...
Three ways to sell. Pick what fits.
We'll tell you when by owner isn't the right call. Here's how the options really compare.
| Sell by owner (ByOwners) | Flat-fee MLS + by owner | Full-service agent | |
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| Listing-side commission | $0 | Flat fee (varies by market) | Negotiable percentage |
| Who sets price & terms | You | You | You, with agent advice |
| MLS exposure | Optional add-on | Yes | Yes |
| Showings & negotiation | You handle | You handle | Agent handles |
| Contract & closing | Attorney or title company | Attorney or title company | Agent coordinates |
| Best for | Hands-on owners, hot markets, known buyers | Owners wanting reach without full commission | Owners short on time or in complex sales |
Built to protect owners, buyers and renters
Direct deals only work when everyone feels safe. Here's how we keep it that way.
Every listing is checked by a person before it goes live.
Owners never have to publish a phone number or email.
Red-flag guidance on every inquiry and listing.
Discriminatory listings are rejected and removed.
Built by owners, for owners
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Best listing photo, owner success stories and creator challenges. Win featured placement and sponsor prizes.
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Chip inQuestions owners ask us
Is it really free to list on ByOwners.com?
Yes. A standard listing is free, with no commission and no success fee. Optional Featured and Spotlight upgrades add top placement and promotion for owners who want more exposure.
Can I sell my home without a real estate agent?
Yes. Owners can legally sell their own homes in every U.S. state. Some states require or customarily use an attorney for closing, and every seller must follow disclosure laws. Our guides and checklist walk you through each step.
How do buyers and renters contact owners?
Through a private message form on each listing. ByOwners.com relays inquiries so owners don't have to publish personal contact details, and every inquiry includes a scam-safety reminder.
How does ByOwners.com make money?
Through advertising, optional listing upgrades, sponsorships, flat-fee advertising from vetted service providers, and reader support. We never charge owners a commission.
Do you verify listings?
Every listing is reviewed by a person before it goes live, and visitors can report any listing. We remove listings that look fraudulent, inaccurate or discriminatory.
Is ByOwners.com a real estate broker?
No. We are an independent marketplace and education site. We don't represent buyers or sellers, hold deposits, or give legal advice — we help you find the right licensed pros when you need them.
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