Making an offer doesn’t have to be complicated
This short video explains pricing, conditions, deposits, and negotiation—so you know exactly what to expect before submitting an offer.
Ready to make an offer?
When you’re serious about a home, the first thing you’ll want in place is your financing—at least a pre-qualification, and ideally a full pre-approval from a lender (unless you’re paying cash).
A pre-approval letter is one of the strongest tools you have as a buyer because it shows the seller you’re financially ready and able to close. Once that’s done and you’ve found “the one,” it’s time to write your offer.
-
Here’s how the offer process usually works in simple terms:
- ou tour a home and decide you’re ready to make an offer.
- Our team reviews the property and recent sales so you can choose a smart, realistic offer price and terms.
- We prepare the offer paperwork together and send it to the seller.
- The seller can respond in three ways:
They accept your offer. Everyone signs, and you’re officially under contract and on your way to owning the home.
They send back a counteroffer. You can accept it, counter again, or decide to walk away.
They decline your offer. If your budget allows, you can try again with a stronger offer—or move on and keep looking for a better fit.