The Wise Home Owner

26: What the heck is an option period and why do I have to pay for it??

Brandon Kahla Episode 26

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In this episode I will be diving in deep on two important concepts in real estate: option money and option period. These terms are essential to understand when entering into a home purchase contract. 

Option money refers to a payment made by a potential buyer to the seller during the early stages of a home purchase. This will happen after an offer is accepted and is information that is included in the offer that your real estate will submit. 

The specific timeframe in which the buyer has the exclusive right to terminate the contract is called the option period. This period is negotiated between the buyer and the seller, typically lasting between 5 and 10 days. 

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