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Making An Offer >Keeping Your Earnest Money Safe

When you make an offer on a house, it is accompanied by an earnest money check. Earnest money is intended to demonstrate that you are "in earnest" about purchasing the property. The earnest money check is made out to the listing company. What happens to this check?

The party holding the check acts as an escrow agent until you go into closing. At that time you will receive credit for the amount of your check against the down payment and closing costs. Real estate brokers are required by law to keep escrow funds in a special account. These funds cannot be used to pay any other expenses associated with the sale. If you don't complete the transaction, the purchase contract determines the disposition of your earnest money funds. Be sure to review this part of your contract with the real estate agent.

If you are in default on your agreement, the funds may go to the sellers, so be sure that you understand the deadlines in order to avoid breach of contract and forfeiture of your deposit. If you have any questions, be sure to ask your real estate agent for advice.

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Gina Suriano Barber, REALTORŽ, real estate agent and broker for Scotch Plains, Fanwood and Westfield New Jersey home listings, property and land for sale - NUMBER1EXPERT(tm)

Gina Suriano Barber
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
209 Central Avenue
Westfield
New Jersey 07090
908-301-2012
fax: 908-233-8780
ginasurianobarber@NUMBER1EXPERT.com
Gina Suriano Barber...Exceeding Expectations!
Gina is a top producer serving Union, Middlesex, and Somerset Counties. A lifelong resident of Union County, Gina specializes in the Westfield and Scotch Plains areas.
Real estate sales are proactive. Its not just putting a sign in the ground or waiting for the phone to ring. I offer my clients a competitive edge by staying abreast of the latest market trends and industry offerings. I stay in constant touch with my clients either directly or through the use of technology. You can be confident of my area knowledge and negotiating abilities with over 17 years of real estate experience, and over $10 million in sales annually.
In an industry that recognizes high levels of achievement, I have been awarded numerous designations demonstrating my success. I have chosen Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage as my company as it maintains my similar high standards. With products and services exceeding expectations, I can offer you the ultimate advantage - a top professional and the areas premier real estate company.

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