Accepting an Offer

The Highest Price Isn't Always the Best Offer

Price alone doesn't tell the whole story. The first offer you receive is rarely final, and a number of terms and conditions can shape the outcome. Our agents help you navigate every proposal so you accept the strongest offer, from the most qualified buyer.

Negotiating to Win

We take the responsibility of fair negotiation seriously. Every offer is evaluated with your best interests front and center, helping you make the right choice while keeping the buyer engaged and the deal moving forward.

The Initial Agreement and Deposit

Once you and the buyer reach an agreement, you'll both sign the Purchase Agreement, and the buyer will place a deposit into an escrow account. Escrow, whether managed by a title company or an attorney, acts as a neutral third party holding and distributing funds until closing.

Requirements vary by state, but a legally binding agreement typically requires consideration, deposits held in escrow pending the fulfillment of any contingencies in the Purchase Agreement.

A few tips to keep the process moving smoothly:

• Keep written records of everything. Counter-offers, verbal agreements, and addendums should all be documented and signed by both parties. We'll help draft these records and provide copies for everyone involved.
• Stay on schedule. Both you and the buyer will have a timeline for meeting the contingencies laid out in the Purchase Agreement. Staying on track keeps negotiations productive, reduces stress, and ensures neither party falls into breach. We'll keep you updated at every step and prepare you for what's next.