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MAKING AN OFFER

Buying a home is a major milestone. Once you’ve chosen a property, we’ll compile and submit the following items as part of your purchase offer to ensure you’re positioned competitively.

  • We will review all seller disclosures and pre-listing inspections together to fully understand the home’s condition before making an offer.

  • We’ll analyze local market data, including recent pending and closed sales of similar homes, to determine a competitive and informed offer strategy.

  • You’ll provide a current Pre-Approval letter—ideally from a trusted local lender—to demonstrate your buying strength.

  • To reassure the seller of your financial readiness, we will include Proof of Funds showing the account(s) where your down payment and closing funds are held.

  • We will walk through the California Residential Purchase Agreement together so you clearly understand the terms, timelines, and documents you’ll be signing.

COMMON QUESTIONS

How much is the standard deposit?

The typical deposit is 3% in the Bay Area, which by contract is due within 3 business days, but is often shortened to 1 to be competitive.

How long is the typical closing timeframe?

Depending on whether your purchase requires financing, for cash purchases, they can close in as little as a week. For financed purchases, we typically see closings within 21-30 days from acceptance.

When is the downpayment due into escrow?

While the first 3% is due upon acceptance, the remainder of your downpayment will not be due into escrow until a couple days prior to closing.

When do we get the keys to our new home?

Assuming there is no rent-back on your purchase, you will receive the keys to your new home on the day we close escrow.

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