Accepting an Offer

The Price Is Not Always Right

The highest offer on the table is not always the best one. Financing strength, contingencies, closing timelines, and the overall structure of an offer all affect how likely it is to close and on what terms. We help you read every offer clearly so you can evaluate what it is actually worth, not just what the number says at the top.

Negotiating To Win

We negotiate on your behalf with one objective: the best possible outcome for you. That means evaluating each offer on its full merits, responding strategically, and keeping the transaction moving without giving away leverage you do not need to give.

The Initial Agreement And Deposit

Once both parties reach an agreement, you will both sign the Purchase Agreement and the buyer will place a deposit into escrow. The escrow or closing agent, typically a title company or attorney, acts as a neutral third party responsible for holding and distributing all funds connected to the sale through the closing date.

State law governs what makes an agreement legally binding, and in many cases this includes a formal consideration, meaning a deposit held in escrow that is contingent on the fulfillment of conditions laid out in the Purchase Agreement.

A few things that help keep the process on track:

• Keep written records of everything. Counter-offers, verbal agreements, and addendums all need to be documented and signed by both parties. We handle the drafting and make sure both sides have copies.
• Stay on schedule. The Purchase Agreement will include a timeline for completing contingencies. Meeting those deadlines keeps the transaction on track and protects both parties from breach of contract exposure. We monitor the timeline and keep you prepared for each step.

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