How Much Does It Really Cost to Sell a House in Michigan?

If you’re preparing to sell your house in Michigan, you’re probably asking: “How much will it actually cost me?” Between real estate agent commissions, repairs, closing fees, and moving expenses, selling a home can be more expensive than many homeowners expect.

At M1 Home Buyers, we believe you should understand every cost involved — and we also offer an alternative: sell your home for cash with no fees, commissions, or repairs.

Breaking Down Michigan Home Selling Costs

1. Realtor Commissions (Biggest Expense)

• Average: 5-6% of sale price
• Example: On a $300k home = $15,000-$18,000
• Who pays? Typically the seller

2. Repairs & Pre-Sale Updates

• Staging: $1,500-$5,000
• Minor repairs: $3,000-$10,000 (paint, flooring, landscaping)
• Major repairs: $20,000+ (roof, HVAC, foundation)

3. Closing Costs

• Title insurance: $1,000-$2,500
• Transfer taxes: $7.50 per $1,000 (varies by county)
• Attorney fees: $500-$1,500

4. Holding Costs (While Waiting to Sell)

• Utilities/insurance: $300+/month
• Mortgage payments: $1,500+/month
• Property taxes: $200-$500/month

Sell Your House for Cash in Three Easy Steps

Before you call a real estate agent, you owe it to yourself to explore other options for selling your house fast in City. Instead of going through a complicated process in a traditional sale, you can work directly with our team and skip the realtor. Our process is simple.

Step 1: Contact Us

When you are ready to sell your house, the first step is to call us and schedule a walkthrough of the house. It’s fast and easy, and there is no obligation to sell your house. Feel free to ask questions. We are here to help!

Step 2: Get a Cash Offer

We will assess your property and decide if we want to make an offer. If we like what we see, we will make a fair cash offer at just under the market value of your home. In most cases, we can make an offer within 24 to 48 hours.

Step 3: Close and Get Paid

If you accept our offer, the next step is to schedule a convenient closing date. Simply show up, sign the paperwork, and walk away with no strings attached. We pay most or all of the closing costs, which save you money.

An Easier Way: Sell To M1 Home Buyers For Cash

Skip the repairs. Avoid the commissions. Forget the showings. When you sell to M1 Home Buyers, we:

• Buy your home as-is (even with repairs needed)
• Cover all closing costs
• Charge no agent fees or commissions
• Make you a fair cash offer within 24–48 hours
• Close on your timeline — in as little as 7 days

Why Sell My Home Fast For Cash To M1 Home Buyers?

Selling your home shouldn’t be stressful. At M1 Home Buyers, we streamline the process by purchasing directly from you in cash – no fees, no commissions, and no middlemen. We buy City, MI homes in any condition, handling all closing costs and repairs ourselves, while tailoring solutions to your unique situation.

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Fair Cash Offer

We’ll make you a cash offer based on the condition and value of the home.

Simple Sale Process

We want to make selling your home as easy and stress-free as possible.

Close When You Want

Need to sell fast or need extra time to move? We’ll work with you.

Sell Your Home As-Is

You won’t have to make any repairs or updates! We buy houses totally “as-is.”

No Agent Fees

We buy houses directly from sellers with no realtor commissions or other fees.

No Need To Clean

No need to clean. Leave behind anything you don’t want to take with you.

Why Michigan Sellers Choose M1 Home Buyers

✅ Local Michigan-based team
✅ Hundreds of homes purchased throughout the state
✅ Transparent, no-pressure cash offers
✅ No listings, delays, or cleanouts required
✅ We buy inherited homes, rental properties, and homes in distress

When a Cash Sale Makes Sense

✔ Need to sell fast (relocation, divorce, inheritance)
✔ Can’t afford repairs
✔ Want to avoid showings/open houses
✔ Behind on payments/foreclosure risk

We’ve helped 1,000+ Michigan homeowners save on selling costs.

Top Rated Cash Home Buyers In Michigan

– Leonya B
“Mark and Mike provide persistent, patient, honest, and great customer service!”

– Jamase
“Mike purchased our family home. He is a genuine guy and worked with us to stay in the home a little longer than anticipated.”

– John N
“I worked with Mark, Jamie, and Mike through the unfortunate circumstance of my foreclosure. I’m extremely satisfied with their efforts.”

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FAQs About Michigan Selling Costs

1. Are cash offers lower than market value?

They account for repair savings – you often net more than after traditional sale fees.

2. Do I pay capital gains tax with a cash sale?

Same as traditional sales – consult a tax pro.

3. Can I sell a home with liens/judgments?

Yes! We handle payoffs at closing.

4. How fast can you close?

As quick as 7 days if needed.

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