Making an offer on a house is complicated and legally binding, no one suggests going into it alone. As experienced real estate brokers wel save you time and keep you from overpaying for your home.

It's the biggest first step you'll ever make—in real estate, anyway. Making an offer on a home makes just about everyone a little nervous, so here's some advice on making the process as smooth as possible.

It's a classic misconception that you can save money on an agent's commission by handling the offer on your own. But our our knowledge and experience can actually save you thousands on a home purchase.

For example, we can provide you a comparative market analysis on listing prices and sales prices for homes in the neighborhood of the one you're planning to purchase. If, for example, homes are selling for 5% less than their listing price, you can reasonably offer 8–10% less than the listing price, leaving yourself room to negotiate.

If the market is slow, you could offer less, or, if it's a seller's market, you could be quickly outbid.

When you've settled on a price, you'll make your offer using a purchase agreement that complies with the laws of Texas. The agreement will include everything from the property's address and the price you're offering to details about who will pay for title insurance and inspections, and any state-required information.

Your offer is a legally binding contract—another good reason to work to have a pro on your side. A mistake here can cost you big.

The seller can accept your offer as is, but that rarely happens. Sellers usually counteroffer by changing or adding to the terms of your offer.  As your real estate broker we will help you understand how the counteroffer affects you, and, if necessary, develop a counteroffer of your own.

You'll be in a strong position to negotiate if you:

  • Are a cash buyer.
  • Are pre-approved (not pre-qualified) for a mortgage.
  • Don't have a house that must be sold before you buy.

Until both sides sign the agreement, either can reject the offer, ending all negotiations.

This is a life-changing business transaction.  As competent, experienced professionals who are experts in the market, we are on your side.  Best of all…at no cost to you.