Once you’ve found the right home in Orlando, it’s time to make an offer. Whether you're buying in Lake Nona, Winter Garden, College Park, or Baldwin Park, a well-prepared offer can make all the difference. Your REALTOR® will guide you through this critical step, helping you strategize based on local market conditions. In many Orlando neighborhoods, especially those with strong amenities, multiple-offer situations are common-so timing and presentation matter.
What Should Be Included in Your Offer?
- Property address and legal description
- Buyer and seller names
- Brokerage names
- Proposed sale price and financing terms
- Target closing date (typically 30–45 days in Central Florida)
- Allocation of costs (title insurance, inspections, surveys, HOA fees, etc.)
- Earnest money deposit (usually 1–3% of the purchase price, held in escrow)
- Contingencies (financing, inspection, appraisal, etc.)
- Timeline of key steps and deadlines
✅ A strong, complete offer signals to the seller that you're serious and ready to move forward.
Negotiating the Offer
Once submitted, the seller may accept, reject, or counter your offer. In competitive areas like Winter Park or Horizon West, counteroffers are common.
Price adjustments
Closing date flexibility
Inclusions (appliances, fixtures, window treatments, etc.)
Repairs or credits based on inspection findings
Your REALTOR® will advocate on your behalf and help you secure favorable terms while keeping the transaction on track.
Contingencies: Protection with a Purpose
Contingencies protect your interests but can affect offer strength. Your REALTOR® will help you balance risk and competitiveness.
Financing contingency – protects if you're unable to secure a loan
Appraisal contingency – important in rising-value areas like Lake Nona or Dr. Phillips
Home inspection contingency – ensures structural and safety issues are addressed
Home sale contingency – may be less favorable in a seller’s market
Local Tip: Be Ready to Act Fast
In many Orlando neighborhoods, homes receive offers within days—or even hours—of being listed. Pre-approval, a solid deposit, and a clean offer package give you a competitive edge.
Trust the Process
While submitting an offer can feel stressful, you’re not alone. Your Trusted Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Results Realty REALTOR® understands the Orlando market and will negotiate firmly and fairly on your behalf.
Whether you're aiming for a home in Windermere, a downtown condo, or a vacation property near Disney, a thoughtful, strategic offer is your key to success.
