How I Help You Make an Offer in Texas
An offer is more than a price
I'm Omega Mejia, a real estate agent in Frisco, Texas. When you find a home you love, the price is one piece of the offer. Repairs, concessions, builder incentives and timing all shape the deal you end up with.
That's why I negotiate the whole deal, not only the number. Our goal is the right deal for you, and the lowest price on paper isn't always it.
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Step 1: We get ready before the home appears
Strong offers start before the tour. With your goals set in our buyer consultation and your pre-approval conversation done, we already know what you're comfortable with. Here's how pre-approval works.
The buyer representation agreement we signed spells out what I do for you and how I'm paid, so there are no surprises when it's time to move.
I also set up your MLS auto-search so you see new listings quickly. When a home appears, we're ready to look at it the same day if it fits.
Step 2: We study the home
Before you decide on terms, I look at the home closely. We compare it to similar homes in the area, and we look at how long it has been listed and what has changed. Then we talk through what the home is worth to you.
I tell you what I see, including the parts you may not like to hear. A clear view of the home helps you write an offer you can stand behind.
Step 3: We build the offer together
We decide what to put in front of the seller. Every part of the offer is a lever:
- Price. Where you start and how much room you want to leave.
- Repairs and concessions. What you ask the seller to handle, and what you handle yourself.
- Builder incentives. For new construction, incentives can matter as much as the price. See how I handle new construction.
- Timing. A closing date that fits your move, and the seller's.
Step 4: We negotiate
Sellers often respond with a counter. I keep you informed at each turn, explain what the counter means, and recommend a response. You make every decision. I handle the back and forth so you stay calm and clear.
Some counters deserve a quick yes. Others deserve a pause and a different approach, such as trading a concession for a better closing date. We talk through the options before you respond, and I explain what each one could mean for the rest of the deal.
Step 5: What happens when the offer is accepted
In Texas, an accepted offer starts a short, busy stretch. The buyer delivers earnest money to a title company. An option period, usually 7 to 10 days, then begins. During it you inspect the home and can ask for repairs, renegotiate or walk away. Here's how I help during the option period.
Your lender orders an appraisal, and the title company works toward closing. I coordinate the pieces so you always know the next step. See how closing works.
Ready to write an offer?
Tell me about the home you have in mind. I'll help you build a plan. New to all of this? Start with my first-time buyer page, or read how I help buyers from start to finish. You can also see the buying a home overview.
This page describes my general approach and isn't legal, tax or lending advice. Ask your lender, attorney or tax advisor about your specific situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What goes into an offer besides price?
Repairs, concessions, builder incentives and timing all matter. I help you weigh each one so the whole deal works for you.
What is earnest money?
In Texas, once your offer is accepted, the buyer delivers earnest money to a title company. I walk you through the timing and what it means for your purchase.
What is the option period?
It's a window, usually 7 to 10 days, that starts after acceptance. You inspect the home and can ask for repairs, renegotiate or walk away.
Do I make the final call on every decision?
Yes. I give you my recommendation and explain my reasoning, and you decide.
Hi, I'm Omega Mejia.
I help people across Collin County make their next move with confidence. Got a question, or a house you're curious about? I'd love to hear about it.
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