Seriously, buyer dude? A lame attempt to escape obligation to perform to the contract. It doesn't even really apply unless there is already an item in dispute. So you can just scribble out that little extra verbiage, dolling. But thanks for playing. 3:)

(1) When used in a document or letter, without prejudice means that what follows (a) cannot be used as evidence in a court case, (b) cannot be taken as the signatory's last word on the subject matter, and (c) cannot be used as a precedent.

But all that being said, I'd get better explanation from an attorney as to issues in using said wording.

Golly gee...I did not know we had so many attorneys here, practicing without a license.

The correct answer is to present it to the seller or the sellers attorney and let them make a decision.

Eve

Annette,

It is another manifestation of a world gone amok.  Love Nina Hollander 's answer. A

It is a legal clause. I would consult with an attorney for instructions prior to presenting to the sellers. 

Nina gave the best explanation of "without prejudice"..... and it has no place on any contract by a buyer!!!

Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041 Nina Hollander has the response. I would think that since this is an amendment to the contract, the seller would have to agree to these terms. If I were the seller, I would draw a line through it and initial it.

I would not accept this as a valid signed purchase offer. This buyer thinks he's smarter than the average bear.... so I would advise not to respond to the offer.

I'd say it is intended to mean the signature is worthless from a legal point of view.

What does it mean...

Time to get a new client, this one has no intention of honoring their contracts.

It means I'll destroy that contract without prejudice.  LOL.  Yeah, I've never seen that before, but if Nina Hollander's definition is correct for our states, that would be countered out.

Nina Hollander has it!!

I agree with many of you that this is trouble and best to get legal advise and rid of that buyer.  

For many, this would not be an acceptable signature.

Doesn't mean anything to me.

    Listing agents who present offers with that phrase to their Sellers had better know what it means.  

Sounds like the buyer wants the right to walk! The issue may be if they do who gets the earnest money? Legal counsel suggested for the seller if they want to accept the offer.

I'd have to ask the context of the deal, not enough info.

Thank you Nina Hollander ..crazy world we live in.

wow really,  watch out on this deal.

I never had it. But now I got an idea. Thanks for a question. Is your client somehow related to law field? I'd ask what motivates him/her to add that? I hope, there is a good story behind ( the lame story: online research). 

Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041 Many good answers given

If it was me I will not tolerate a buyer who signs that way. Next I get them to sign as-is before presenting the offer to seller and release all contiginencies at the time of submitting an offer. No exceptions.

This allows one to visit this again although I am not sure how it applies to a contract. In court, if one loses, the judge may determine whether the case can be filed again or not by saying dismissed with or without prejudice

On the surface, weird.  I wonder what else is going on....

Whether we as agents know or don't know the answer is NOT relevant. Unless you are licensed to practice law in the state DON'T. A phrase I use probably more than any other with clients or potential clients is: "I am NOT a lawyer, I don't even play one on TV LOL. Nothing I say should be consider to be LEGAL Advice you should consult a qualified attorney with any legal questions you have."

I just love the public when they try to play attorney

No idea.

Presenting the offer 101, chapter 1.

If you receive an offer and it contains something you don't understand.  Present the offer and sugges the client consult with a real estate attorney.  The confirm it with an email.

good read

I would advice the Seller to consult an attorney. Privately, I would suggest they reject it until the phrase were removed.

I would need to ask an attorney if this is kosher.

LOL - is the buyer an attorney?

Not a fan of Jane Austen??!! 

Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041 - a habit!

Ask your local real estate attorney before proceeding with an Offer that has 'without prejudice' following their signature.

I haven't seen that on a purchase contract before. -Kasey

 I would say that the buyer is not accepting responsibility for his actions so agent beware.