The OP doesn’t NEED to sell. Why not just list it in the newspaper, on Craigslist, and put a “FSBO, Brokers Not Protected (619)555-3453” sign outside?
If he manages to sell, he’ll still owe the usual transaction costs, but not a 5-6% broker fee. Remember that the logistics of the closing are done by an escrow/title firm in CA, not by a broker, and an escrow/title firm will still be involved (but for a much lower price).
