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 hidden costs beyond the agent's commission. Budgeting for these expenses is crucial for a successful and profitable sale.

Key costs to consider include:

- Marketing: Professional photos and videos can start from $350.

- Home staging: Expect to pay $2,000 - $6,000+ to showcase your property.

- Repairs & cleaning: Addressing issues from building reports or for presentation.

- Legal fees: Conveyancing typically costs from $1,850 plus GST.

Companies like List Now offer solutions to help finance marketing payments.

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