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Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@Properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

How and where one presents a contract around here seems to be in the hands of the listing agent.  I always give the buyers' agent the option to present to the sellers, but I'm pretty old school about this stuff.  I also like to present an offer to the seller when I can. 

Dec 14, 2015 12:10 PM
Rainmaker
4,572,117
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Whenever possible, I like to talk with the listing agent to obtain any pertinent information so I can properly prepare my clients and their offer.   Operative term:  whenever possible  -- it's great when you have that opportunity to speak with the listing agent but not always available...some people are better at communication than others...in real estate and in life. 

Dec 15, 2015 01:08 AM
Rainmaker
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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I just put in a deadline into my offer for a seller response. If they will have an issue responding by the deadline, it's up to the listing agent to tell me what the issue may be and when they might respond.

Dec 14, 2015 08:31 PM
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Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

I always ask ... how long do the sellers need to respond. Then I leave a little wiggle room in the offer.  We don't want it to expire in the sellers' hands.

Dec 14, 2015 12:06 PM
Rainmaker
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John McCormack, CRS
Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM
Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

I always offer to go over the offer in person or explain that I can simply email it and go over it via the phone.  Most times people prefer online signatures and phone conversations.

Dec 15, 2015 12:44 AM
Rainmaker
3,071,489
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

No.  We typically stipulate a 2 business day response time...

Dec 14, 2015 09:32 PM
Rainmaker
1,725,996
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

No, but I do inquire how long before  response, so I can write an adequate response time for the offer to remain 'alive'.

Dec 14, 2015 09:26 PM
Rainmaker
1,157,785
FN LN
Toronto, ON

In many cases, it is not possible to present offers to the seller in person.  The seller may be travelling, may live out-of-area, may have instructed the listing agent to only receive offers via email or fax or for other reasons.

Dec 14, 2015 12:42 PM
Rainmaker
979,496
Troy Erickson AZ Realtor (602) 295-6807
HomeSmart - Chandler, AZ
Your Chandler, Ahwatukee, and East Valley Realtor

Sally and David - I am surprised at how many buyer agents still present their offers to the sellers/listing agents.

We typically allow for a two day response, which is fairly common here. However, if I do get the chance to speak with the listing agent ahead of time and let them know an offer is coming, hopefully they will tell me if there is an issue with responding within that two day period.

Dec 16, 2015 03:42 PM
Rainmaker
634,482
Kathleen Luiten
Resort and Second-Home Specialist - Princeville, HI
Kauai Luxury Ocean Home Sales

I haven't presented directly to a seller in over 5 years. but we have many off island owners so maybe that skews our environment.

Dec 15, 2015 06:39 PM
Rainmaker
4,319,419
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Andover, MA
Andover, MA: Andover Luxury Homes For Sale

Sally K. & David L. Hanson usually, the offers are emailed to seller as soon as I receive it! Why wait?

And yes, the answer may come sooner or later - at least presenting the offer is easy now-a-days.

Dec 15, 2015 03:47 PM
Rainmaker
4,272,548
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

I have always loved to give my offers in person to the sellers however most now want them digitally...

Dec 15, 2015 06:19 AM
Rainmaker
1,502,998
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

Yes.  I always ask the agent when they expect to present it and have a response for me.  It is part of setting the buyer's expectations.  I also contact the agent after the presentation time to find out the status.

Dec 15, 2015 04:43 AM
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Chris Reese
Reese Realty - Rocklin, CA
Real Estate Agent serving Greater Sacramento

I do ask when they can present to the seller. I like to be very aggressive with my buyers and see as many properties that fit their needs as possible. If we write an offer, we want to know how long before it will be presented so we can plan appropriately, or withdraw the offer if need be. 

Dec 15, 2015 04:03 AM
Rainmaker
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David Gibson CNE, 719-304-4684 ~ Colorado Springs Relocation
Colorado Real Estate Advisers LLC - Colorado Springs, CO
Relocation, Luxury & Lifestyle residential

Sally & David,
The instant my buyers decide to make an offer I’m on the phone to the listing agent. When the sellers will review offers and respond is one of the questions. Rarely an issue.

Dec 15, 2015 12:39 AM
Rainer
150,416
Michael Thacker - Re/Max Real Estate Center - Louisville
Re/Max Real Estate Center - The Thacker Group - Louisville, KY
Your best friend who just happens to be a Realtor

I always ask the listing agent how much time that he/she needs to present the offer, and we adjust our date/time accordingly for response. Back to communication, the key to success in RE. 

Dec 14, 2015 10:23 PM
Rainmaker
7,836,134
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

No. In out market, the offer is usually presented by the listing agent.

Dec 14, 2015 10:21 PM
Rainmaker
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Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

When the buyer has expressed solid interest I will notify listing agent to go slow regarding the seller accepting another offer.

When the buyer has signed the offer, I will advise listing agent to check their inbox and inquire about time line.

Then I advise the buyer these are decisions that are often emotional on both sides. so let's relax and be patient.

Dec 14, 2015 10:04 PM
Rainmaker
5,216,398
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Timing is everything. Sometimes I will inquire about the availability of the seller to respond.

Dec 14, 2015 09:56 PM
Rainmaker
2,182,502
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

We should present our offers LIVE whenever there is competition !

Dec 14, 2015 09:53 PM
Rainmaker
3,416,038
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I like to know my seller so then i know if i can read it to them, email it to them or if i need to present in person. 

Dec 14, 2015 09:35 PM
Rainmaker
4,882,355
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

In our state buyers agent cannot present the offer directly to the seller without the sellers written approval.  I have never presented an offer directly to a seller when I represent the buyer.

Dec 14, 2015 09:26 PM
Rainmaker
4,434,127
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

The listing agent presents the offer. If I have the buyers I call the agent to find out if we can get a response soon .

Dec 14, 2015 08:05 PM
Rainmaker
2,759,812
TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

 Good morning Sally. Like Joe, I'm going to assume that distance is an issue.

Dec 14, 2015 06:13 PM
Rainmaker
2,538,633
Joe Petrowsky
Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

Good morning Sally. I'm assuming if distance is an issue, getting a document to the client to have it reviewed no matter how would be what is important to me and should be for them.

Dec 14, 2015 05:21 PM
Rainer
231,224
Mike Rock
Complete Design - Granite Bay, CA
Granite Bay Luxury New Construction...For Less

i try to ask what time frame is needed for an answer, that we are on a time frame and want to know prior to offering , without playing hardball.. if the sellers agent is to vague... then sometimes we will...punt

Dec 14, 2015 01:21 PM