Bay City, MI asked in Real Estate Law for Michigan

Q: i flip houses in Michigan can i sell them without using a realtor?If i can is them alimit to how many i can sell in a yr

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Kenneth V Zichi
Kenneth V Zichi
Answered
  • Fowlerville, MI
  • Licensed in Michigan

A: There is nothing improper about selling a house you own without a Real Estate Agent.

Many times real estate people try to say 'you don't need an attorney' (which is obviously wrong for most people) -- the point I'm making here is NOT that real estate people are not needed. If you need help marketing and don't want to hassle with showing the property and managing the marketing, they can be invaluable. If you can 'do that yourself' then not so much.

Bottom line: If you do this without ANY professional help however, expect it will come back to bite you in the behind however. There are MANY pitfalls and 'gotcha' costs and if you don't make proper and complete disclosures and draft offers in such a way that they are both enforceable and protect your interest, you will regret it.

-- This answer is offered for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney/client relationship.

I am licensed to practice in Michigan only. Please seek competent local legal help if you feel you need legal advice

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