The Basics of Making an Offer on a House

Like marriage, home-buying is one part love, one part legal transaction, and starts with a proposal. When you’re ready to buy a home, making an offer is important: oral promises are not legally enforceable in real estate sales.

Realtors usually have a variety of standard forms (including Residential Purchase Agreements) kept up to date with the changing laws.

In many states, sellers must comply with certain disclosure rules, and a real estate agent will ensure that they do, as well as answer any questions you may have during the sale.

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