Step 11: The Engagement

The purchase offer: The first link.

Much more than just a piece of paper, the purchase offer is the contract that seals the agreement between you and your future buyer. It is the first step toward the notarial deed.

Video: Fill out the purchase offer

A mutual commitment

The buyer commits to buy if you accept their offer. In return, once signed, you are obligated to sell. Any subsequent modification by the buyer (price, terms) gives you the right to refuse again.

Be vigilant

What the offer must contain:

Identities & Property

  • • Full contact details (sellers & buyers)
  • • Dates and places of birth
  • • Precise description of the property & area

Terms & Price

  • • Proposed price & financing method
  • • Validity of the offer (typically 10 days)
  • • Date of possession (handover of keys)

ALERT: No cash allowed!

It is strictly forbidden to pay or receive any amount of money during the purchase offer. It is illegal and it invalidates the deed. No deposit should pass between private individuals.

Only the notary is authorized to receive funds on the day of the preliminary agreement.

We’ve already prepared everything.

Don’t get overwhelmed by the legal details. Download our pre-filled purchase offer template, ready to use.

Download the purchase offer

Good luck with your sale!

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The accepted offer blocks the sale to any other buyer.

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This document is essential to build your file with the notary.