Do you need valid reason to cancel deal during Due Diligence Period?

Do you need valid reason to cancel deal during Due Diligence Period?

Las Vegas, NV · Member since 2012 · 75 posts · 3 votes

Do you need a valid reason to cancel a deal during your due diligence period?

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  • Real Estate Professional · West Palm Beach, FL · Member since 2012 · 23k+ posts · 13k+ votes
    13y

    Usually not, unless your contract has wording to that effect.

  • Rental Property Investor · Northern, CA · Member since 2012 · 5k+ posts · 5k+ votes
    13y

    As Wayne Brooks said, usually not. Keep in mind it could depend on the wording in your contract/purchase agreement though.

    Regardless, you wouldn't want to make a habit of (or be known for) backing out of agreements for no reason. It'll just make it harder to get offers accepted in the future.

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    Realtor, General Contractor, and Developer · Redding, CA · Member since 2009 · 7k+ posts · 4k+ votes
    13y

    Ace A. When I first got my license.... way back when, someone told me, after your buyer signs the contract, hand them a bag of M&M's, and tell them to take them for the "buyers remorse" that natually comes afterwards.

    It might be good for you to discuss the deal with a few people, and be sure you want to cancel the escrow, and aren't just afraid to go forward. Base your decision on whether or not it's a good deal.

    Compare the property to others in the area, prices, amenities, etc. All old tract houses have small eat in kitchens, outdated appliances, heating and air conditioning, etc. If you find another property, will it have the same issues? What are the positives of the deal and property and negatives? Which has the most?

    Good luck.

  • Las Vegas, NV · Member since 2012 · 75 posts · 3 votes
    13y

    Thanks guys, i created another thread with the details on my deal.

    http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/311/topics/83673-please-review-my-deal-analysis---henderson-las-vegas

    In the past, I've always gotten 10-15% below market, but right now, I'm buying at market because of the low inventory and raising prices.

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