Made an offer through text

[Montez Greer]

Good Morning BP. 

I made an offer on a SF House (For Sale by Owner) this past Sunday. My primary mode of communication with the seller was through text. So once I ran the numbers and found a number that worked for me, I texted her my offer and I haven't heard back yet. I know a lot of people like to relax on Sundays and yesterday was a holiday. Should I reach out again today? Or should I just be patient and not bug the seller too much?

Also was it appropriate for me to make an offer through text or email? Or is it always a better idea to call and speak to someone on the phone?

[Joe Villeneuve]

I never make offers via email or text.  They are more likely to negotiate harder that way since neither is an official document...that means the offer isn't official.

If you're going to make an offer, and you want to use email, then the email should have an offer in the form of an official Purchase Agreement attached.