@Stefan K.You could, but if the Vendor and Buyer are already in agreement, it's an unnecessary step and expense.

Thanks Rob Kniola I had thought so too.It would be held by a title company, but I think it unnecessary and somewhat risky.

One ploy the tax rules sought to prevent was the passing of property through a decedent to attempt to inflate basis under the above rules.

On the flip side, an all cash earnest money will almost positively get you that property, but still a big risk to take that I would say is unnecessary.

And no state law anywhere that I know of will prevent you from doing this.

We work as a team to assist them in surmounting the hurdle that prevents them for purchasing a home.

Somehow I think the law must prevent this kind of scenario.

Yes, check your sales agreement with the lender to see if there are any clauses that prevent resale.

If you don't put that money aside first, it's too easy for the trivial and unnecessary expenses of life suck away your earnings.

It's about $7 per 4 feet and all you do is stuff it in the gutter and it prevents leaves/debris from clogging the gutter while allowing water to drain.Gutter screens are a bit cheaper but will take longer to install.