Hidden costs of selling a home

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Hidden costs of selling a home

Ready to sell your home? Read this list of often overlooked costs involved in selling your home thanks to List Now.

Karen Jackson
Last updated: 25 February 2026 | 4 min read
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Selling your home involves several significant costs beyond the agent's commission. It's wise to budget for these to maximise your property's appeal and ensure a smooth sale.

Key expenses often include:

- Marketing packages for professional photos and videos.

- Home staging to best showcase your property.

- Last-minute repairs and professional cleaning.

- Legal fees for conveyancing services.

These investments help your listing stand out, and companies like List Now can help finance these upfront costs.

Marketing costs

Home staging costs

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Last-minute repairs

Cleaning costs

Legal costs

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Karen Jackson Karen Jackson
Managing Director of List Now