• Are There Real Estate Agents Involved in the Sale?

  Homepie’s platform is designed to help buyers and sellers complete a sale from beginning to end. Neither the buyer nor seller needs a real estate agent which allows an overall savings of up to 6% or more of the purchase price; the typical commission a real estate agent would charge, depending on your area. We do offer a flat-fee MLS option where you pay us a fee to simply list the property on the MLS, however, we do not represent you if you do this. There is no listing commission due, but the MPopular

• How Do I Get Support From Homepie?

  If you get stuck on anything, or if you have even the simplest of questions, you can always contact us. On every page of our website, on the lower right hand corner, you will see a blue button. This button will be a question mark, will say ‘Chat’, ‘Get Help’,’Leave a Message’, or Chat with us’. Clicking one of these will bring up a dialogue to our chat feature. Live chat is available every business day during business hours. If you miss us, FSBOT the AI Powered FSBO chatbot can help with many qSome readers

• Can We Make Changes to the Contract After All Terms Are Agreed To?

  Once all terms are agreed to and the contract is signed, there is no way to make any changes to the contract through Homepie at this time. However, if all parties agree to the changes, you can have your transaction coordinator to draw up an addendum modifying what ever terms need changing.Some readers

• Are There Any Fees to Use Homepie’s Platform?

  Homepie’s online platform is currently free to use. You can list a home for sale, communicate between buyers and sellers, negotiate using our revolutionary negotiation tool, and create a real estate Purchase Agreement using our platform for free. Selling or buying a home is complicated and there are many service providers you may choose to hire to help you through the process. We have partnered with vendors who have demonstrated professionalism. For many of these Preferred Vendors, Homepie hasSome readers

• How Do I Cancel My Purchase Contract?

  The purchase contract is set up with “active” contingency removals.What that means is that all contingencies remain until they are removed in writing. If a party to the transaction is not performing, the other side must issue a Notice to Perform. Issuing this Notice to Perform give the other party two business days to remove the contingency in writing, or the issuing party may cancel. It’s important to be cautious whenever you are thinking about cancelling a contract. Depending on the circumstaSome readers

• How Do I Determine What My Closing Costs Will Be?

  Buying or selling a home is a complex process in which you will likely have closing costs even if you are buying from a family member or friend. If you are selling your home by owner, you can expect fees such as title insurance, escrow fees, transfer taxes, recording fees, notary fees, buyer’s home warranty cost if agreed to, Natural Hazards disclosures, transaction coordination if chosen, and potentially more. The best way to get a close estimate of these fees is to get a Seller’s Net Sheet frSome readers

• Can I Use a Real Estate Agent?

  Homepie’s goal is to give you the tools and resources necessary to navigate the entire process of buying or selling a home without an agent. That being said, it’s common for a buyer to have an agent. In this case, the seller would need to agree to pay a buyer’s agent commission. If the home is listed on the MLS, there will be a commission already offered by the seller which an agent can see in the MLS itself. This commission is not always displayed on other sites, but often, a seller will also hSome readers

• How Do I Decide the Best Way to Structure My Proposed Offer?

  Congratulations! You've found a home that you want to make a proposed offer on! Let's go over the Proposed Offer Details page so you will have a better idea of how to structure your offer. This section includes the most important terms. Each of the items we will discuss can contribute to the strength of your proposed offer. Sales Price  Price is the most obvious factor in the strength of your proposed offer. When you are choosing your price, it’s helpful to look at what similar homesSome readers

• What Is a Transaction Coordinator?

  Transaction coordinators perform critical functions in real estate transactions. Real estate agents often use transaction coordinators to handle the administrative tasks associated with a home sale/purchase. Chances are if you have sold or purchased a house with an agent you have at some point worked with a transaction coordinator. Your transaction coordinator will guide you through the complex escrow process and will make sure all your paperwork is completed, time frame obligations are adheredFew readers

• When Do I Provide Disclosures to the Buyer?

  Homepie’s contract is set up to allow a seller a certain number of days after entering into a contract with a buyer. It is based on how long the buyer’s inspection contingency period is and can be found in section 7.K. of the contract. Most often, the seller will have 7 days to provide them to the buyer. It’s a common practice in most of California for sellers to provide buyers the required seller disclosures at the beginning of an escrow period, however, in some areas of Northern California, iFew readers

• What is Homepie?

  Homepie is an online marketplace for buyers and sellers of real estate built to enable those who wish to sell by owner to sell their own home. The Homepie platform is set up to allow sellers to list their homes for sale by owner, without a real estate agent. Buyers can find a home they like and communicate with the seller to arrange showings. Then, Homepie’s online negotiation tool allows buyers to propose offer terms and negotiate these terms with the seller. Once all parties come to an agreemeFew readers

• How Do I Use the Igloohome Keybox 3?

  If you we sent you an igloohome keybox 3, please see the link below for the igloohome keybox 3 user manual which includes instructions on setup and how to assign a temporary code for access. You will need a smartphone for this. Igloohome Keybox 3 Manual (PDF)Few readers

• What Does Homepie Mean by “Pre-Selected Independent Service Providers”?

  When you are submitting a listing, making an offer or counteroffer, or accepting an offer or counteroffer, you will see a paragraph that mentions that Homepie has pre-selected independent service providers. This is in reference to our Service Provider Network. This shall not be interpreted as an endorsement, as they are independent of Homepie, however, using them may help you complete the sale efficiently. These Service Providers are familiar with the unique format of our purchase contract whicFew readers

• My Home Is Already on Zillow, Why Do I Need Homepie?

  For Sale By Owner listings on Zillow used to be a fantastic way to get free exposure of your home for sale online. However, this changed when Zillow made some updates to their site. Now, all For Sale by Owner homes are separated and hidden from traditional agent listings. In simple terms, they have become hard for buyers to find. If you list your home on Zillow, you will quickly learn that most of the inquiries you get are agents who want to solicit you to list with them. Most sellers complainFew readers

• Preparing Your Home For Sale

  Following a few simple tips will help ensure you get the most out of the sale of your home. Declutter – Take some time to look closely at your home as if you were a buyer. Remove any items that are not 100% necessary. Take down refrigerator magnets and clean up the kitchen countertops. Remove the extra shampoo bottles in your show that you never use and remove everything you can from the counters in the bathrooms. Make the beds and maintain typical cleanliness and organization. Remove all famFew readers

• How Do I Claim My Property Listing?

  If your property is listed on Homepie, you should have received an email or text message with a claim link. This link is unique to your specific property. Simply follow the link and create an account. You will then be taken to your listing where you can make any edits, add information, and select the level of assistance you would like to obtain from Homepie.Few readers

• Can I Create Multiple Listings?

  Yes! If you have multiple properties, Homepie can help simplify the management process. You can easily handle several listings through your account dashboard. Each listing will have its own property dashboard specific to that listing where you can track offers and documents.Few readers

• How Do I Change My Featured Photo?

  As the owner of a listing, you are able to edit which photo displays on the main search page. During the Listing Submission after you upload photos, you can choose a featured image by hovering over the photo and clicking the Star to make it a Favorite. This starred image will now become your featured image. If you need to make these changes after you have submitted your listing, you can make this change at any time by following these steps: 1. Login to your Account Go to your Dashboard 3Few readers

• How Do I Remove Contingencies From The Purchase Agreement?

  Homepie’s purchase agreement is set up such that you need to actively remove contingencies; they do not simply fall of once they expire. Instead, you will need to sign a separate document stipulating that you are removing the contingencies in question. If you need help with this, Homepie's Transaction Coordinator Service or Virtual Agent Service can assist with all necessary forms and contracts. Once you remove any given contingency, you may not cancel the contract for a reason included in theFew readers

• Can I Cancel My Listing Anytime if I Am Not Yet Under Contract With a Buyer?

  You have no obligation to Homepie to leave your listing on our platform with our free Homepie.com listing. Keep in mind, if you do cancel, you will not be able to use our online transaction/negotiation tools. Ask a representative for details on how to cancel your Limited-Service Listing Agreement. Please note that if you have an outstanding contract with a buyer, cancelling your listing will NOT automatically cancel the legal contract you have with the buyer. In that case you will need to takeFew readers

• Can I Share a Draft Listing on Homepie?

  Homepie offers an easy and convenient way for sellers to share their property listings. However, currently, this feature works only with active listings. To ensure your listing captures all the necessary details, we recommend thoroughly reviewing it before publishing.Few readers

• Is the Purchase Contract Legally Binding?

  If you are in a supported state where our automatic purchase contract is offered, you can obtain our free purchase contract by using our free online offer, negotiation, and contract generator tool that is built into the site. Once you and your buyer agree to all terms, a purchase contract is automatically generated and presented to all parties for digital signatures. As soon as all parties sign, you have a legally binding contract. NOTE: If the automatic contract is not available in your stateFew readers

• Is There a Real Person Who Can Answer My Questions if I Need Help?

  Yes! Our AI assistant, FSBOT the FSBO Chatbot, can help with many requests, but we recognize that some questions require human assistance. Homepie Concierge is available through our online chat during normal business hours. If you miss us, leave your contact information with FSBOT and we will get back to you the following business day. Please note that we can’t give specific real estate or legal advice, however, we can help guide you through the process. (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/Few readers

• Why Do I Need a Homepie Account to Claim My Listing?

  Homepie sellers are required to create an account to claim their property listing. This is to prevent fraudulent listing claims, as well as so that any correspondence from buyer’s reaches you through your accountFew readers

• Can I Make Offers on Multiple Properties?

  It is allowable to make offers on multiple properties, however, keep in mind that if you do that and more than one seller accepts, you will be under contract to purchase multiple properties. If you only intend to purchase one, consider carefully whether you want to make offers on multiple properties.Few readers

• How Do I Customize My Listing Details?

  Homepie allows sellers to create compelling listings by adding detailed descriptions, high-quality photos, and unique features of their property. To customize your listing, simply click 'Edit Listing' from your property dashboard and make your changes. Remember, a well-crafted listing can attract more potential buyers.Few readers

• Can I See Listing Analytics?

  Homepie does not currently offer built-in listing engagement metrics. This feature is in development and will be available in the future. If you are interested in tracking clicks from specific sources, we recommend using a link tracking service such as bit.ly.Few readers

• How Do I Withdraw/Cancel/Rescind An Offer Or Counteroffer I Have Made?

  You will not have a binding contract until all parties have signed the digital purchase agreement. This digital purchase agreement is automatically generated once the buyer and seller have agreed to terms within Homepie’s platform. Once it is generated, each party will receive an email from DocuSign asking for digital signatures. If all parties have not signed, Homepie may be able to cancel your offer or counter offer. You may contact Homepie through our Help/Chat button located on every screen.Few readers

• How Does Homepie's Negotiation Tool Work if There Are Multiple Offers?

  If there are multiple offers, the seller may respond to all or none, at their option. If the seller responds to one or all, prior to effectuating a purchase contract, the seller will have the opportunity to review all the responses from the buyers and choose the one they want. This is in contrast to the normal procedure when there is only one offer. When there is only one offer, if the seller counteroffers the buyer, and the buyer accepts, you will have a contract. There is another possible scFew readers

• How Do I Reset a Forgotten Password or Change My Password?

  If you are not able to log in, you can reset your password, by following these steps: From the homepage www.homepie.com, click the ‘Sign In’ link in the upper right corner Below the green ‘Log In’ button you will see a ‘Reset’ link next to ‘Forgot your password?’ Click the ‘Reset’ link Enter the email address you used to create your account and click the green ‘Send reset link’Few readers