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Uh-Oh! What Happens When a Tornado (or Earthquake, or Flood) Damages a “For Sale” Home Before Closing??

Short Answer: Buyer’s Call [Note to Readers:  The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced.  If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] RISK OF LOSS: If there is any loss or damage to the Property between the Date...
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No Job, No Mortgage; No Mortgage, No Closing

The Last Step Before Closing, Pre and Post-Coronavirus [Note to Readers: The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced.  If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] Once upon a time — like, this February — the last significant...
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Purchase Agreement: “Buyer’s Earnest Money Due After Inspection Contingency Removed”

Is the Buyer Short of Cash?  Not Committed to Deal? [Editor’s Note: The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced. If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] Normally in Minnesota, the Buyer’s earnest money is due to the...
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Storm Damage & Pending Home Sales: Buyer’s Call

“Force Majeure” Clauses [Editor’s Note:  The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced.  If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] RISK OF LOSS:  If there is any loss or damage to the Property between the Final Acceptance Date...
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(Some)Buyers in Multiple Offers Pull Their Punches. Or Do They??

Inspection Addendum: “Buyer Shall Cap Any Inspection Requests at $500” [Editor’s Note:  The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced.  If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] How do Buyers competing in multiple offers differentiate their offers? By offering...
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Purchase Agreement: “Buyer’s Earnest Money Due After Inspection Contingency Removed”

Is the Buyer Short of Cash?  Not Committed to Deal? [Editor’s Note:  The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced.  If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] Normally in Minnesota, the Buyer’s earnest money is due to the...
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