Accepting an offer
The Price Is Not Always Right.
“The higher the price, the better the offer.” Do not let yourself be fooled by this popular misconception. Price is not always the determining factor when accepting an offer for several important reasons: the initial offer is usually not final, and there are a number of terms and conditions that may influence the final outcome of a price. You can trust our professionals to help you thoroughly evaluate every proposal without compromising your marketing position.
Negotiating The Right Way.
We take the ethical responsibility of fairly negotiating contractual terms very seriously. It is our job to find a win-win agreement that is beneficial to all parties involved. You may even have to deal with multiple offers before ratifying the one you judge to be the most suitable for you – and as your agents, we will guarantee a thorough and objective assessment of each offer to help you make the right choice.
The Initial Agreement and Deposit.
An effective agreement is a legal arrangement between a potential purchaser and the property’s seller. Laws vary from state to state, but in order to be a legally, binding agreement, the agreement may require consideration. This consideration (initial and additional deposit) is to be held in the closing agent’s escrow account pending the fulfillment of conditions or contingencies in the effective agreement.
Some important tips to keep in mind to streamline the process even further:
- Keep written records of everything.
For the sake of clarity, it will be extremely useful to transcribe all verbal agreements including counter-offers and addendums, and convert them to written agreements to be signed by both parties. We will assist you in drafting all the paperwork for your sale and make sure that you have copies of everything. - Stick to the schedule.
Now that you have chosen your offer, you and the buyer will be given a timeline to mark every stage in the process of closing the real estate contract. Meeting the requirements on time ensures a smoother flow of negotiations and also ensures that each party involved is not in breach of their agreements. During the process we will keep you constantly updated so you will always be prepared for the next step.
Sellers guide FAQs – Los Angeles
In Los Angeles, buyer activity often peaks in spring and early summer, but the best time for you also depends on your neighborhood, price range, and personal timing.
Your LA home’s value is based on recent comparable sales, current competing listings, condition and updates, and buyer demand in your area, which a local agent can analyze in a comparative market report.
LA sellers typically pay agreed‑upon agent compensation, any applicable transfer taxes, part of the escrow and title fees, and repair credits or concessions negotiated with the buyer at closing.
A well‑priced, well‑presented LA home often attracts strong interest within the first few weeks, though total days on market vary by area and price point.
It is usually smart to fix major issues and make simple cosmetic improvements—such as fresh paint, minor landscaping, and basic updates—to help your LA home show better and support stronger offers.
The list price is your asking price when the home hits the market, while the sale price is what a qualified buyer actually agrees to pay and you accept in a signed contract.
Your agent schedules private showings with advance notice and may also hold open houses, coordinating with you so the home is ready and disruption to your routine stays manageable.