Making an Offer on Real Estate

Below you'll find important matters to note regarding purchase offers in real estate, acquisitions prior to the offer, & common offer elements.

Important to Note:

Expeditious Offers

Offer Preferences

Go Over Comparable Sales With Your Agent

If Wanting to do a Verbal Offer

Multiple Offer Spreadsheet

Counteroffers

Different Types of Offers in SE VA

Acquisitions Prior to Offer:

Get Updated Proof of Funds/Preapproval

Earnest Money Deposit

Questions for Listing Agent or Research

Additional Research

If Also Selling w/ Home Sale Contingency

Documentation Linking You to Any Other Purchase Entity

Offer Elements Beyond Acquisitions

Repairs Visible Prior to Offer:

Appraisal

Appraisal Guarantees

Escalation Clauses

Letters to the Seller

Atypical Elements to Help You Win

Home Inspections

Termite/Moisture Inspections

Other Inspections

Other Contingencies

Seller Possession Agreements

Buyer Possession Agreements

Offer Deadline

Closing Date

Closing Cost Assistance

Many More Offer Elements

Related:

• Competing Offer Spreadsheet

• Below & Above Asking Price Offers

• Hampton Roads Offers: The REIN Standard Purchase Agreement

• House Buyer Guide

• What Adam Offers Buyers

• The Importance of Choosing a Great Buyer's Agent

• Contact Adam