FSBO Contract-to-Close Checklist for Florida Home Sellers

Step 1 – Signed Purchase Agreement

• Confirm all terms and contingencies.

• Note critical dates: inspection period, financing deadlines, and closing.

Step 2 – Earnest Money / Escrow

• Deposit the buyer’s earnest money with the title company.

• Confirm receipt and deadlines.

Step 3 – Property Inspections

• Schedule inspections (home, roof, pest, HVAC).

• Track repairs or negotiation deadlines.

Step 4 – Financing & Appraisal

• Submit documents for loan approval.

• Monitor appraisal timelines.

Step 5 – Title Search & Documents

• Ensure property is clear of liens.

• Prepare closing documents.

Step 6 – Track Deadlines

• Inspection, financing, appraisal, and track closing deadlines.

• Missing deadlines can jeopardize the sale.

Step 7 – Final Walkthrough

• Buyer verifies property condition before closing.

Step 8 – Closing

• Sign final documents.

• Transfer funds and title.

Many Florida FSBO sellers use a transaction coordinator to manage deadlines, documents, and closing requirements.

If you've already found a buyer, our FSBO Transaction Coordination Services can help manage the contract-to-close process.

Where We Support FSBO Transactions in Florida

Star Closers works with FSBO sellers and buyers across Florida to keep real estate transactions organized from contract to closing.

We frequently assist transactions in:

• Orlando Transaction Coordinator

• Tampa Transaction Coordinator

• Naples Transaction Coordinator

• West Palm Beach Transaction Coordinator

• Fort Lauderdale Transaction Coordinator

• Miami Transaction Coordinator

• Jacksonville Transaction Coordinator

• Gainesville Transaction Coordinator

Even if your transaction is outside these areas, our virtual coordination services can support closings anywhere in Florida.