Texas sellers in an HOA should request current association information early because fees, restrictions, violations, and resale documents can affect a buyer’s decision and transaction timing. Do not rely solely on documents saved when you purchased; governing documents, budgets, assessments, management contacts, and procedures may change.
What to organize before listing
| Item | Why it matters | Seller action |
|---|---|---|
| Governing documents and rules | Explain restrictions and obligations | Request the current complete set |
| Resale certificate or package information | Supports buyer review | Confirm ordering process, cost, and turnaround |
| Assessments and account balance | Affect closing figures | Verify paid, due, or pending amounts |
| Violations and architectural matters | May require resolution | Obtain current status in writing |
| Transfer and community fees | Affect transaction costs | Confirm amounts and responsibility |
A practical preparation sequence
- Contact the association or management company before listing.
- Request current documents and identify delivery timelines.
- Resolve or accurately disclose known violations and unpaid balances.
- Confirm leasing, parking, pet, sign, and showing restrictions.
- Coordinate contract deadlines with the association process.
Why timing matters
Association records may be delivered electronically, ordered through a management portal, or subject to processing time. A seller who knows the process can set realistic contract dates and avoid discovering a violation, balance, or application requirement late in the sale.
Use facts—not promises
Give buyers accurate property-specific information and supporting records when available. Avoid predicting insurance terms, appraisal outcomes, repair costs, tax results, loan approval, or closing dates. Qualified professionals should evaluate technical, legal, financial, and title questions.
Choose the level of listing support you need
$99 MLS Basic includes a six-month listing, up to 10 seller-supplied photos, two listing-change requests and email support. Additional change requests are $25 each. Payment is after signing and before MLS preparation. No CMA, pricing guidance, professional-photography add-on or yard-sign add-on is offered. You manage pricing, inquiries, access, showings, offers, negotiation, contracts, title and closing.
| Option | Included | Seller responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| 1% Full-Service | Seller representation, pricing guidance, MLS input, showing coordination, offer review and negotiation, and contract-to-close support. No upfront listing fee; the fee is paid only if the property sells. Cancellation is subject to the listing agreement. | Seller-provided photos are welcome; professional photography is an optional $199 add-on and an Eaton yard sign is an optional $99 add-on with FSBO Plus and 1% Full Service. The seller makes property-specific decisions. |
| $499 FSBO Plus | Six-month MLS listing, maximum MLS photos, unlimited reasonable changes, phone/email support and sales-document resources. No CMA or pricing guidance; seller-managed sale. | Seller-provided photos are welcome; professional photography is an optional $199 add-on and an Eaton yard sign is an optional $99 add-on with FSBO Plus and 1% Full Service. The seller handles calls, showings, offers, negotiations, contracts, disclosures, title, and closing. The $499 FSBO Plus fee is due when instructed under the signed agreement and becomes non-refundable once the listing is live. |
Buyer-agent compensation is separate from either listing option. It is optional and negotiable, and the seller chooses what, if anything, to offer. Read the buyer-agent compensation guide.
Review the complete offer
Price is only one part of an offer. Review financing, deposit, inspection rights, appraisal language, requested credits, title terms, occupancy, and closing date. Use our guide to compare offers beyond price and understand what happens after an offer arrives.
Use the Texas seller checklist for the full sequence. See how the process works or start your listing.
Compare Texas flat fee MLS plans if you will manage the sale yourself. Explore our Texas home-selling services and confirm availability in your area on the coverage page.
Talk with a licensed broker
Call Stephen Eaton at 409-996-9999 or email stephen@theeatonco.com. Stephen is a licensed Florida real estate broker (BK3560755) and Texas real estate broker (License #539000).
This article provides general information, not legal, tax, insurance, inspection, engineering, title, association, or lending advice. Requirements and results vary by property, contract, and transaction. Consult the appropriate professionals about your circumstances.