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Free Intent to Purchase Real Estate Letter

Tell a seller you want to buy, with price, financing, closing date and conditions.

Tell a seller you want to buy, with price, financing, closing date and conditions. Fill in the fields, check the live preview and download a PDF.

How to use the Intent to Purchase Real Estate Letter

  1. Enter the names, the property address and the key dates and amounts. Each field has a realistic example.
  2. Check the wording in the live preview and add any extra section the situation needs. Optional fields can be left empty.
  3. Download the PDF, print it or send it, then have it signed and keep a copy with the lease.

What is the Intent to Purchase Real Estate Letter?

A letter of intent to purchase tells a seller that you are serious and sets out the main terms of the offer: price, financing, closing date and conditions. It is usually non-binding and leads to a formal purchase contract.

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Getting started with the Intent to Purchase Real Estate Letter

Using the intent to purchase real estate letter takes a minute or two. Your progress is saved in this browser, so you can come back later.

Tips for better results

Say whether the letter is binding. Most are not, and a formal contract is needed to complete a sale.

List your conditions, such as an inspection or financing, so they are not a surprise later.

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Frequently asked questions

Is an intent to purchase letter legally binding?

Usually not. It states the proposed terms. Unless it says it is binding, either party can walk away before a final purchase agreement is signed.

What is earnest money?

It is a deposit that shows the buyer is serious. It is usually held by a third party and credited to the price at closing.

What details do I need to fill in for the intent to purchase real estate letter?

The form asks for Buyer, Buyer Contact, Date, Seller / Owner, Property Address, Offer Price, Financing, Target Closing Date, Offer Open Until and 1 more. Earnest money deposit and Contingencies (one per line) are optional and can be left blank. Everything starts with example text, so replace it with your own and check the preview as you type.

Can I add my own clauses or notes to the intent to purchase real estate letter?

Yes. Use the Extra sections box in the form to add a heading and your own text. It is placed before the signature lines and appears in the PDF, PNG and printed copy. Empty sections are ignored.

Can I change how the intent to purchase real estate letter looks?

Yes. Under Customize design you can change the font, text color, accent color, heading style and header alignment. Page setup lets you choose A4, US Letter or A5, portrait or landscape, and margins. Longer documents continue onto a new page automatically.

Can I sign the intent to purchase real estate letter on screen?

Yes. Open Sign this document, draw, type or upload your signature, then drag it onto the signature line and resize it. If someone else also has to sign, download the PDF and they can add their signature with the Sign PDF tool.

Is the intent to purchase real estate letter legal advice?

No. The Intent to Purchase Real Estate Letter produces a general document from the details you enter. Laws differ by state, province and country, so check the rules that apply to you and have a qualified professional review anything important before you rely on it.

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