When Buying from the seller directly what forms do I need?

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If you don't even know what paperwork is required, you might not be ready to buy direct off-market. Who helped you with the valuation and how do you know you are getting a good deal? Is the seller open to inspections and how are you financing the deal? An off-market contract can be as little as one page but should be around four pages to make sure you protect yourself and the deal.

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You need a purchase and sale agreement that outlines all of the details and parties in the transaction. This will be signed by both parties. Then once both parties sign, engage a title company to handle the remaining paperwork, movement of money, and transfer of ownership.

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A purchase contract can be written on yellow lined note paper. It needs a price, a close date, amount of earnest money deposit, who pays for what, and signature/dated of buyer and seller. Once signed your lender can open title and or escrow/attorney (depends on the state) will type up all the legal ins and outs also to be signed by both parties. There are a number of different forms required by the state location. Everything should be signed in first or second day. Next the lender submits all your documentation needed to an Underwriter. You get an insurance quote, an inspection, and pay for the appraisal.Lender might need appraiser to complete a rental survey, which you also pay for. You will have wired money for the earnest money deposit to title company, paid for appraisal by credit card, inspection by credit card, and perhaps any surveys or property specific (if there is a HOA you need their documentation and they charge for it).

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The type of contract you use depends on what state your in, some are generic and be used anywhere. You need a purchase contract singed by buyer and seller and opened with title.

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The process for buying a property directly from the seller will depend on the laws of your state and local area, as well as the specific terms of the sale. However, there are some general steps that are typically involved in the process of purchasing a property directly from the seller:Negotiate the terms of the sale with the seller, including the purchase price and any contingencies (such as a home inspection).Sign a purchase and sale agreement, which is a legally binding contract outlining the terms of the sale.Obtain financing, if necessary. This may involve applying for a mortgage and going through the underwriting process.Close on the sale. At the closing, you will sign the final documents and pay the purchase price, closing costs, and any other fees associated with the sale. The seller will then transfer ownership of the property to you. Again, it is important to note that the specific steps and documentation required for buying a property directly from the seller may vary depending on the laws of your state and local area, as well as the specific terms of the sale. It is always a good idea to consult with a real estate attorney and a real estate agent to ensure that you understand the process and have all necessary paperwork in order.

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I just bought an off-market property. We negotiated the price and then I provided them a sales contract with appropriate disclosures. As the others have mentioned, the next step is the title company and/or mortgage company if taking out a loan. The title company and lender really took it from there for the most part. Just make sure to get all of your due diligence completed within the required time frame and if you are borrowing you probably want to make it contingent on the financing and/or appraised value. Feel free to reach out if I can help you further.

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You need a purchase and sale contract. Any disclosures required by state law. If it is built before 1978 you need a federal lead paint disclosure form.

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Thanks for the summation. You were right to the point. Will start scouting for title companies!

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"I used several modeling tools to evaluate the deal." - this tells me you are not ready to do a deal. What does this mean? A modeling tool can't you tell you how a house feels, smells, lays, etc. If I am reading between the lines, you have not seen the property.

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Thanks for the insight and valid points. I have a lender to handle the financing, I used several modeling tools to evaluate the deal. But was curious to know what to do after I find the deal. The actual paperwork involved, how much money to put to get a property under contract and get the inspection, appraisal, etc done.