Offers & Negotiations

Buying a home is an exciting step ✨ but it’s also a process filled with important decisions. One of the most crucial stages is writing and negotiating your offer. This is where you officially tell the seller how much you’re willing to pay 💰, along with the terms and conditions that protect your interests 📑.

📝 Writing the Offer

When you’re ready, your REALTOR® will prepare an offer that includes:

• 💵 Price – how much you’re willing to pay.
  
  

• 📋 Terms and conditions – details that protect you, such as inspection, financing, and appraisal contingencies.
  
  

• ⏳ Deadlines – timelines for inspections, loan approval, and closing.
  
  

Your REALTOR® will walk you through each part of the offer so you understand your options and make suggestions based on his or her market knowledge and experience, using tools like the MLS (multiple listing service) to guide that advice ✅. Remember, you are always in control—the final choices are yours.

🔄 What Happens After You Submit an Offer

Once your offer is submitted, the seller has several choices:

1. ✅ Accept your offer – great news, you’re under contract!
   
   

2. ❌ Reject your offer – sometimes this happens if your terms or price don’t meet the seller’s needs.
   
   

3. 🔁 Counter-offer – the seller may propose different terms, like a higher price or adjusted deadlines.
   
   

You can accept, reject, or counter again. Negotiations may go back and forth 🔄 until both sides agree.

📈 Multiple Offers

In competitive markets, multiple buyers may submit offers at the same time. If this happens, your agent will guide you through your options and strategies—whether it’s making your offer stronger 💪 or knowing when to walk away 🚪.

⚖️ The Role of an Attorney

You are entitled to consult with a real estate attorney 👩‍⚖️👨‍⚖️ at any point during the process. A lawyer can review contracts and help protect your legal rights. Choosing an attorney who specializes in real estate is strongly recommended—they know the common pitfalls ⚠️ and how to avoid them.

⚡ Note on timing: Real estate moves quickly. If you delay too long in responding ⏱️, a seller could withdraw their offer or accept another one. That’s why working with responsive professionals—your agent and attorney—is so important.

💡 Key Takeaways for Buyers

• 🙋 You’re in control: Every decision is ultimately yours.
  
  

• 🤝 Negotiation is normal: Offers often go back and forth before both sides agree.
  
  

• 🛡️ Professional guidance matters: Having the right real estate agent and attorney helps protect your interests.
  
  

• 🚀 Act promptly: Timely responses can make the difference between getting the home you want or losing it.
  
  

Buying a home isn’t just about numbers—it’s about making confident, informed decisions 🧠✨. With the right support and a clear understanding of the negotiation process, you’ll be better prepared to move forward toward closing on your dream home 🏠.