MAKING AN OFFER

Once you have found the home you wish to purchase, you will need to determine what offer you are willing to make for the home.

It is important to remember that the more competition there is for the home, the higher the offer should be - sometimes even exceeding the asking price. Remember, Be Realistic. Make offers you want the other party to sign!

To communicate your interest in purchasing a home, we will present the listing agent with a written offer. When the seller accepts an offer it becomes a legal contract. When you write an offer you should be prepared to pay an earnest money deposit, typically $1,000 but varies on the purchase price and situation. This is to demonstrate that your intention is to purchase the property.

After we present your offer to the listing agent it will either be accepted, rejected, or the seller will make a counter offer. This is when we will negotiate terms of the contract if necessary.

Once an offer has been successfully negotiated and signed by both parties, we’ll work together to handle any contingencies, manage escrow deposits, and coordinate with your lender to ensure a smooth path to the settlement table.