Accepting an Offer: The Price Is Not Always Right.
When accepting an offer, many people think “The higher the price, the better the offer.” Do not let yourself be fooled by this popular misconception. Price is not always the determining factor when accepting an offer for several important reasons: the initial offer is usually not final, and there are a number of terms and conditions that may influence the final outcome of a price. You can trust Michelle Boggiano to help you thoroughly evaluate every proposal without compromising your marketing position.
Negotiating The Right Way.
Michelle takes the ethical responsibility of fairly negotiating contractual terms very seriously. It is her job to find a win-win agreement that is beneficial to all parties involved. You may even have to deal with multiple offers before ratifying the one you judge to be the most suitable for you. As your agent, Michelle will guarantee a thorough and objective assessment of each offer to help you make the right choice.
The Initial Agreement and Deposit.
An effective agreement is a legal arrangement between a potential purchaser and the property’s seller. Laws vary from state to state, but in order to be a legally, binding agreement, the agreement may require consideration. This consideration (initial and additional deposit) is to be held in the closing agent’s escrow account pending the fulfillment of conditions or contingencies in the effective agreement.
Some important tips to keep in mind to streamline the process even further:
- Keep written records of everything.
For the sake of clarity, it will be extremely useful to transcribe all verbal agreements including counter-offers and addendums. Be sure to convert them to written agreements to be signed by both parties. Michelle will assist you in drafting all the paperwork for your sale and make sure that you have copies of everything. - Stick to the schedule.
Now that you have chosen your offer, you and the buyer will be given a timeline to mark every stage in the process of closing the real estate contract. Meeting the requirements on time ensures a smoother flow of negotiations. It also ensures that each party involved is not in breach of their agreements. Accepting an offer is one part of a larger process. Therefore, during the process Michelle will keep you constantly updated so you will always be prepared for the next step.