Financial strength
- Offer price
- Financing type and lender information
- Down payment
- Earnest money deposit
- Proof of funds where applicable
- Appraisal terms
- Requested credits
- Estimated net proceeds
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Offer Review
Review Offers Strategically
The highest number is not automatically the strongest offer. A useful comparison looks at the complete package and the probability of reaching closing.
A practical place to begin
Clear information.
Better questions.
Use this guide to organize the details, identify the decisions ahead, and prepare for a productive conversation.
Terms and timing
- Inspection contingency
- Loan contingency
- Appraisal contingency
- Closing timeline
- Possession or rent-back requests
- Included or excluded personal property
- Repair expectations
- Flexibility around your next move
Buyer and transaction risk
- Preapproval quality
- Contract completeness
- Buyer sale contingencies where applicable
- Communication and response timelines
- Likelihood of meeting contract dates
- Tradeoffs created by waived or shortened contingencies
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