My Journey · Buying
When you've found the one, it's time to put together an offer that stands out — and once the seller says yes, a few signatures and your earnest money make it official.
It's normal to feel anxious putting in an offer — even seasoned buyers do. Your agent makes sure it's competitive, protects you in the contract, and tracks every deadline after you sign.
Your agent drafts the offer using recent comparable sales, current market conditions, and what matters to the seller. Beyond price, you'll decide on your earnest money deposit, which contingencies to include (financing, inspection, and appraisal), and your preferred closing date. When the seller accepts, you'll sign the purchase agreement and deposit your earnest money — it's credited toward your purchase at closing — and the clock starts on inspection, appraisal, and financing. Your agent keeps everyone on schedule so nothing slips.