How Long Does It Take To Write An Offer?

September 28, 2007 | By Kelley Koehler | Filed Under First Time Buyer, Home Buying 

prickly pear fruit on cactus in tucson Sometimes people ask me how long it’s going to take to write an offer.  That’s a question I can’t really answer.  It could be 20 minutes, it could take 2 hours.

The typical purchase contract we use in Tucson has over 20,000 words, with dozens of clauses and contingencies that we may need to include or negotiate for, depending on your individual situation.

It’s a little more involved than just filling in the blanks.  It takes some skill and strategy to craft an offer that will protect and promote your interests, while getting us to the goal of mutual agreement with the Seller.

When you put pen to paper to sign an offer, you’re making a huge set of promises.  I need to make sure you understand the obligations and commitments you’re making.  If this is your 10th house, you’re probably already familiar with everything.  If this is your first time buying a home in Tucson, we probably need to take our time and have some discussions along the way.

I guess the real answer is – It takes as much time as you need!

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