Before You Accept That Offer… Read This

You finally get an offer on your home. The price looks great—maybe even more than you expected. It’s tempting to say yes on the spot.

But here’s the catch: a strong offer isn’t just about the number. It’s about the terms.

The “terms” are the details that determine how smoothly your sale will go—or how quickly it might fall apart. That includes things like:

• The type of financing the buyer is using

• How many contingencies they’ve added (like inspection or appraisal)

• How fast they want to close

• The size of the earnest money deposit

• Whether they’re asking for closing cost help or other concessions

Even a high-priced offer can be risky if the terms are weak. For example, an offer that’s full of contingencies or backed by uncertain financing could leave you in limbo—or worse, back on the market.

Sometimes, a slightly lower offer with solid financing, fewer contingencies, and a quick close is the smarter, safer bet.

That’s where we come in—helping you break down every offer so you don’t just chase the highest number, but choose the best outcome.

If you’re thinking of selling soon, let’s talk. A strong strategy now can save you stress (and money) later.