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Florida FSBO Contracts: A Seller's Guide
Most Florida home sales use standard Florida REALTORS/Florida Bar contract forms. When you sell by owner, know the key terms before you sign anything.
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What to know
The standard formsFlorida sales usually use the Florida REALTORS/Florida Bar residential contracts: a standard version and an "AS IS" version. Buyers' agents will…
Florida sales usually use the Florida REALTORS/Florida Bar residential contracts: a standard version and an "AS IS" version. Buyers' agents will usually write offers on these forms. If you receive an offer directly from a buyer, consider having a Florida real estate attorney prepare or review the contract.
Terms to watchTerm What to check Price and deposit Deposit amount and who holds it in escrow Financing Loan type, approval deadline Inspection period Length, and…
| Term | What to check |
|---|---|
| Price and deposit | Deposit amount and who holds it in escrow |
| Financing | Loan type, approval deadline |
| Inspection period | Length, and whether it's AS IS |
| Closing date | Fits your move and any HOA approval |
| Who pays what | Title, buyer's agent fee, repairs, credits |
Required add-onsInclude required disclosures: flood, HOA, CDD, and lead paint where they apply. See the disclosure guide. Listagogo's A-Go-Go plan includes full…
Include required disclosures: flood, HOA, CDD, and lead paint where they apply. See the disclosure guide. Listagogo's A-Go-Go plan includes full contract and negotiation support if you'd rather not handle it alone.
This page is general information, not legal advice.
Questions, answered
Which contract do Florida FSBO sellers use?Usually the Florida REALTORS/Florida Bar standard or AS IS residential contract, often written by the buyer's agent.
Usually the Florida REALTORS/Florida Bar standard or AS IS residential contract, often written by the buyer's agent.
Do I need an attorney for a FSBO sale?It's not required, but an attorney review is wise if you're unsure about terms.
It's not required, but an attorney review is wise if you're unsure about terms.
What's the difference with an AS IS contract?The buyer can inspect and cancel during the inspection period, but the seller isn't obligated to make repairs.
The buyer can inspect and cancel during the inspection period, but the seller isn't obligated to make repairs.
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Updated October 2026. General information, not legal or tax advice.