Category: Real Estate Negotiations

In a real estate transaction, buyers and sellers are sometimes faced with an issue they cannot resolve on their own. Rather than litigate (i.e. go to court), the parties can agree to mediation or arbitration. These alternative methods of resolving issues are typically faster and less expensive for both parties, making them preferred options over litigation. The decision to use mediation and arbitration (vs. litigation) is written directly into the Offer to Purchase Real Estate. Mediation vs. A

Evaluating a California residential purchase agreement can seem daunting, but there are really just a few key things you need to take a look at to determine how to respond. Read on to learn what those things are and review your offers with confidence!You should focus on the following when you receive an offer: 1. Price: Remember, on average, home sellers believe their home is worth 8% more than it actually is - so keep that in mind as you evaluate the price. 2. Close of escr

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We often hear from home sellers that they will only accept an offer at $X+ price because their home is superior to another home in their neighborhood that just sold for $X.We caution such sellers to be very careful. Here's why. You can easily get tripped up by small data samples and decline offers you might otherwise accept. For example, we recently had a property in San Mateo listed at $599,000. Six to eight offers came in between $660,000 and $680,000. However, one offer was $740,000. The sel

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In the seller leaseback agreement, the seller becomes a tenant and the buyer becomes a landlord for up to 60 days. Here's what you need to know about this contract stipulation.

When you list your home on the MLS, you have to state what type of ownership you have. Discover the two main types of real estate ownership and get detailed definitions for additional, less common types of ownership.

Wondering "what does convey mean in real estate?" This guide will help you decide what items to sell with your home, and what to keep.

The liquidated damage clause protects home sellers from damages resulting from a buyer backing out in certain circumstances. Find out why it's a smart idea for sellers to include one in their real estate contract.