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Residential Purchase Agreement

Prepared {{today_date}} between:
Seller: {{seller_name}}
Buyer: {{buyer_name}}

Property: {{full_address}}
County: {{county}}

About the property
{{property_details}}

1. Price
The buyer agrees to buy the property, and the seller agrees to sell it, for {{purchase_price}}.

2. Payment
The buyer will pay with: {{financing_type}}.

3. Earnest money
Within a few days of signing, the buyer will place a good-faith deposit of __________ with the escrow or title company named in the closing instructions.

4. Closing date
The parties aim to close on {{target_closing_date}}. Closing means the deed is signed and recorded, and the money and keys change hands.

5. What stays with the home
Anything permanently attached - built-in appliances, light fixtures, window coverings, and the like - is included unless both sides agree otherwise in writing.

6. Inspections and disclosures
The buyer may have the home professionally inspected. The seller will complete a property disclosure describing any known issues with the home.

7. Title
The seller promises the home is theirs to sell and will help clear any title problems found before closing. Title insurance will be issued at closing.

8. Making changes
Any change to this agreement only counts if both sides sign it in writing.

By signing below, each person confirms they have read and agreed to everything above.

Loan Application - Home Financing

Applicant: {{buyer_name}}
Property to be financed: {{full_address}}
Purchase price: {{purchase_price}}
Planned closing date: {{target_closing_date}}

About the property
{{property_details}}

By signing, the applicant confirms the information shared with the lender is truthful and complete, and gives the lender permission to verify income, assets, credit, and the details of this property. Before any loan is finalized, the lender will send a Loan Estimate showing the expected rate, monthly payment, and closing costs.

Seller's Property Disclosure

Property: {{full_address}}
Seller: {{seller_name}}
Date: {{today_date}}

The seller has lived in or owned this home and is sharing what they know about its condition, honestly and to the best of their knowledge. Highlights of the property: {{property_details}}

The seller confirms:
- All known problems with the roof, foundation, plumbing, electrical, heating, and cooling have been described to the buyer.
- Any past or present water leaks, flooding, or drainage issues have been described.
- Any known issues with boundary lines, easements, or shared driveways have been described.
- If the home is part of an HOA, its rules, fees, and pending assessments have been shared with the buyer.

The buyer is encouraged to have the home professionally inspected. This disclosure is not a warranty of any kind.

Closing Disclosure - Final Numbers Review

Property: {{full_address}}
Buyer: {{buyer_name}}
Seller: {{seller_name}}
Closing date: {{target_closing_date}}

Sale price: {{purchase_price}}
Financing: {{financing_type}}

This summary is prepared so both sides can confirm the final numbers before closing day. The official Closing Disclosure arrives from the lender - or the settlement agent for cash deals - at least three business days before closing, and the numbers must match before anyone signs.

By signing, each person confirms they reviewed the final settlement figures and are ready to close.

Rental Application

Property: {{full_address}}
Applicant: {{buyer_name}}
Date: {{today_date}}

Monthly rent advertised: {{monthly_rent}}

By signing, the applicant confirms the information they shared is truthful and complete, and gives the landlord permission to verify income, rental history, and credit. A security deposit and first month's rent will be due before move-in, once the landlord approves this application.

Residential Lease Agreement

Property: {{full_address}}
Landlord: {{seller_name}}
Tenant(s): {{buyer_name}}
Date prepared: {{today_date}}

1. Rent and term
Monthly rent: {{monthly_rent}}
The lease begins on __________ and runs month to month unless both sides agree to a longer term in writing. Rent is due on the 1st of each month.

2. Deposit
The tenant will pay a security deposit before moving in. The deposit is returned after move-out, minus any unpaid rent or damage beyond normal wear.

3. Use of the home
The home is a residence. The tenant will keep it in good condition and follow any HOA or community rules that apply.

4. Utilities and upkeep
The tenant pays for: __________
The landlord pays for: __________
The landlord handles major repairs; the tenant handles day-to-day upkeep.

5. Ending the lease
Either side can end the lease with the written notice period agreed to below. The tenant will not be charged for normal wear and tear.

Notice period: __________

Both sides sign below to make this lease official.

Land Purchase Agreement

Property: {{full_address}}
County: {{county}}
Buyer: {{buyer_name}}
Seller: {{seller_name}}
Date: {{today_date}}

The land: {{property_details}}

1. Price
The buyer agrees to buy the land for {{purchase_price}}.

2. Purpose
The buyer plans to use the land for: {{project_description}}

3. Closing
The parties aim to close on {{target_closing_date}}.

4. Due diligence
Before closing, the buyer may confirm the land is buildable - zoning, permits, utilities, access, and boundary lines - through a survey and county records.

5. Title
The seller promises clear ownership and will help resolve any title problems found before closing.

Signing below makes this agreement official.

Construction Contract

Project: {{project_description}}
Owner: {{buyer_name}}
Property / site: {{full_address}}
Date: {{today_date}}

1. Scope of work
The builder will complete the work described in the plans and specifications attached to this contract.

2. Price and payment schedule
Total price: {{purchase_price}}
Payments will be made in stages as milestones are completed and inspected - for example, at foundation, framing, mechanical, and final completion. No stage payment is due until that stage has passed inspection.

3. Timeline
Work is planned to start on __________ and reach the final inspection and certificate of occupancy by __________. Weather and permit delays extend the timeline fairly.

4. Permits and inspections
The builder obtains the building permits and schedules the required municipal inspections at each milestone.

5. Changes
Any change to the scope or price only counts when both sides sign a written change order before the work is done.

6. Warranty
The builder warrants the work against defects in materials and workmanship for the period written here: __________

Both sides sign below to make this contract official.