Texas Real Estate Contract Forms                     

& Consumer Information for Buyers

We provide these forms for your education.  Please take the time to print out and read over each one.  Depending on the property you will be purchasing, you will use most of these for the home that you purchase.  As always, feel free to call to discuss any questions, or for copies of contract forms for other property types that you are interested in purchasing (i.e. Farm & Ranch, Lots, Commercial, New Construction).  We have Spanish Translations of all of these forms available by request.

BUYER FORMS

Information About Brokerage Services  Describes how brokers can represent the parties to a transaction.  Spanish Version

Exclusive Buyer's Representation Agreement  Form for a buyer to retain the services of Texas Ranch and Home Realty for the purchase of property.

Residential Resale Contract  Standard contract for purchase of an existing 1 to 4 family residence.

Third Party Financing Addendum  The loan contingency, which gives you a certain time period to terminate the contract with out penalty, should you not qualify for the loan to purchase.

Contingency for Sale of Other Property  If you must sell another property before you can purchase.

Seller's Disclosure of Info. on Lead-Based Paint  Federal requirement on any residence built in or prior to 1978.

Environmental Assessment Addendum  To notify the seller that you intend to have inspections done concerning environmental matters, wetlands, or endangered species.

Non-Realty items Addendum  For the sale of items that are not considered real estate (refrigerators, lawn equipment, etc)

Condominium Resale Contract  Standard contract for purchase of an existing condominium.

Buyer's Temporary Residential Lease  Should you, as the buyer, need to occupy the home prior to closing and funding.

Buyer's Walk-Thru and Acceptance  Notice that the buyer has performed an inspection, and approves the current condition, and any repairs negotiated.

BUYER INFORMATION AND NOTICES

For Your Protection Get a Home Inspection  An FHA form recommending all purchasers to get an inspection.

Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home  Pamphlet describing potential lead hazards in a residence.

Protecting Your Home from Mold  Pamphlet with information on mold and prevention.  From TX Department of Health & TX Department of Insurance.

Information about Property Insurance  Notice to seller and buyer concerning the availability and costs of property insurance.

Consumer Notice Concerning Hazards and Repairs  Notice that Licensed Inspectors must report certain conditions as needing repair.

Settlement Costs & Helpful Information  Pamphlet describing the HUD-1 Settlement Statement and general costs associated with purchasing a property.