In this episode, Dustin breaks down the real costs of buying and selling a home, including commissions, transaction fees, inspections, and other expenses that are often overlooked. He explains why most sellers and for-sale-by-owner listings still end up paying agent fees and how Home On Your Own reduces those costs while still providing full exposure, support, and legal compliance.

• How traditional real estate commissions and transaction fees quickly add up for sellers

• Why do many for-sale-by-owner sellers still end up paying agents even without a listing agreement

• How HOYO's 2.5 percent commission works and why there are no upfront or hidden fees

• How 1 percent of the commission is applied toward the buyer's closing costs to attract more buyers

• What other real estate fees to expect, including title, inspections, staging, repairs, and warranties

• How choosing the right title company and inspector can save time, money, and stress

• Why getting a pre-listing inspection helps sellers avoid renegotiations later

• How making repairs and preparing a home before listing can lead to stronger offers

• How home warranties protect buyers and sellers from unexpected post-closing expenses

• Why the idea that no agent means no help is a myth with the HOYO platform

• How HOYO provides support and guidance while allowing buyers and sellers to stay in control

• How to use the savings calculator on hoyonow.com to see the real difference in net proceeds