From Rents to Roots:

From Offer to Closing—Here’s How It Works

Found a home you love? Here’s what happens next and how we’ll guide you every step of the way.

🔑 Making an Offer

When you’re ready to move forward, you’ll submit a formal offer to the seller. A trusted realtor can help you determine the right price, terms, and conditions based on market data and your goals.

📋 What to expect:

  • Price, closing timeline, and earnest money

  • Contingencies (financing, inspection, appraisal, etc.)

  • How long the seller has to respond

💬 Tip: You can often negotiate beyond price—terms matter too.

🤝 Offer Accepted – What Comes Next?

Once your offer is accepted, things move quickly. Here’s what happens:

  1. You’ll send in your earnest money deposit

  2. We’ll finalize your loan paperwork

  3. You’ll schedule a home inspection

  4. We’ll order an appraisal to verify the home’s value

  5. Title work begins behind the scenes

📅 This is usually a 3–4 week process, and we’ll help you track each step.

🧾 Common Contingencies to Understand

These are protection clauses that keep you safe if something unexpected comes up:

🧠 Financing – Ensures you’re not locked in if the loan falls through

🔍 Inspection – Gives you the chance to negotiate or walk away if major issues are found

📊 Appraisal – Confirms the home is worth what you’re paying


🏡 Sale of Your Current Home (if applicable)

🙋‍♂️ Not Sure What to Do Next?

If you’ve found a home—or just want to be ready when you do—talk to us today. We’ll help you line everything up so you’re confident when it’s time to make your move.

🏡 See the Full Home Buying Journey

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