B-4; Listing/Purchase Agreements Flashcards
Three Other Names for listing agreement
Employment Agreement;Authorization to Sell;Contract for Professional Service
Does an Executive Right to sell/rent have an expiration date?
Yes
Is the broker paid if the property is exchanged?
Yes
Is a commission paid if property is leased? If so, how is it calculated? If the lease is renewed?
Yes, in this case, commission is 10% of lease value. Renewal commission is 1/2 the rental commission.
Is a commission due if seller breaches the contract?
Yes; 1/2 earnest money, or all commission, whichever is less.
If buyer forfeits earnest money, is the broker due a commission?
Yes
Does a seller have to agree to internet marketing or 3rd party comments?
No
Must a broker present oral offers to the seller?
Yes, broker must submit ALL offers.
If the property is community property and only the wife signs the listing and the broker performs, is a commission due?
Yes, takes 1 signature to list, two signatures to sell.
What is “square feet livable”
Exterior measurements of all heated and cooled areas. (heating,cooling, ventilation)
What is “square feet under roof”
external dimensions including non HVAC areas such as patio and garage.
Are listings property of the salesperson or broker?
Listings are broker property.
Three other names for a Purchase Contract
Agreement to sell; Contract to sell; Deposit Receipt
Must a real estate contract have a legal description?
Yes, legal description can be valuable or good.
If the buyer is unable to obtain the required loan, what is the status of the earnest money?
Earnest money is refunded if diligent and good faith effort to qualify has been made.
How long does a buyer have to complete the loan status update?
5 days after contract acceptance
If property doesn’t appraise for the sales price, what are the options for the buyer?
Buyer has 5 days to cancel with earnest money refunded, or buyer moves forward with the purchase and comes up with difference of funds.
Do separate escrow instructions need to be prepared to have a binding contract?
No.
How many days does the buyer have to review the title report?
5 days after receipt of the title commitment
Who notifies homeowner association regarding the pending sale?
Escrow company
Who usually pays the escrow fee?
Buyer and seller typically split escrow fee
What is the purpose of the SPDS report?
Let buyer know the condition of the property KNOWN by the seller. It is NOT a state or federal law. it is CONTRACTUAL.
What is required of the seller regarding the insurance claim history?
5 year claims history within 5 days of contract acceptance.
What does C.L.U.E stand for?
Comprehensive liability underwriting exchange; this is the claims history report.
When is a lead-based paint disclosure required?
If a RESIDENTIAL building was constructed prior to 1978.
Will any seller warranties survive close of escrow?
Yes, that seller has disclosed ALL material latent defects.
How many days does the buyer have to inspect the property?
10 days; unless another time frame is agreed upon by both parties.
Who pays for the termite inspection?
Buyer pays for termite inspection.
Is a termite inspection required by law?
No, but sometimes required by lender or other contract.
If the property contains a swimming pool what disclosures are required?
AZ department approved private pool safety notice is required. Especially if the client has children.