Accepting an Offer

The Price Is Not Always Right

The highest offer is not always the best one. Terms, conditions, financing strength, and contingencies all affect the true value of any proposal. We help you evaluate each offer on its full merits so you can make a clear, informed decision without leaving anything important on the table.

Negotiating To Win

We approach every negotiation with integrity and a clear focus on your best interests. Our responsibility is to advocate fairly and effectively on your behalf while keeping the transaction moving forward. Every offer deserves a thoughtful response, and we make sure you have the guidance to provide one.

The Initial Agreement And Deposit

Once you and the buyer reach an agreement, both parties will sign the Purchase Agreement and the buyer will place a deposit into an escrow account. A closing agent, either a title company or an attorney, serves as a neutral third party responsible for holding, managing, and distributing all funds associated with the transaction through the closing date.

Depending on your state, a legally binding agreement may require formal consideration, which is the buyer's deposit held in escrow pending the fulfillment of conditions outlined in the Purchase Agreement.

A few important practices that help keep the process on track:

• Keep written records of everything. Counter-offers, verbal agreements, and addendums should all be documented in writing and signed by both parties. We will help draft and organize these records and ensure both sides have copies.
• Stay on schedule. Both you and the buyer will be working within a defined timeline to satisfy the contingencies in the Purchase Agreement. Staying on track keeps the process clean, reduces stress, and protects both parties from unintended contract breaches. We will keep you informed at every step.