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1. The Buyer (you) agrees to enter into a firm and binding agreement to purchase a Southern California (SoCal) Property, represented exclusively by Costera Luxury Properties (Broker), subject to: A) the express written approval of Broker's Designated REALTOR®; and B) a valid and binding Buyer Representation and Broker Compensation Agreement (C.A.R. Form BRBC) with Broker.
2. If Broker fails to negotiate a price for the Buyer of at least $5,000 below the listed price, Broker will pay you the $500 Guaranteed Cash Savings at the Close of Escrow (COE) of the Property you purchase.
3. The Property you purchase must be sold as a standard sale as described in footnote [3], and must also close escrow at a minimum purchase price amount of $800,000.
4. The Buyer agrees to an initial 90-day (3-month) period with Broker to acquire a Property.
5. The Buyer shall provide relevant personal and financial information, including, but not limited to, proof-of-funds (POF) and a pre-approval / pre-qualification letter, to Broker, within 3 calendar days of the date of the written BRBC, to assure Buyer's ability to acquire Property.

NOTE: This Home Buyer Guarantee cannot be combined with any other special offers, discounts or referrals - and ONLY applies to properties listed by real estate brokerages other than ours. As designated by law, we are obligated to act as a fully disclosed dual agent when negotiating for properties listed by Costera Luxury Properties. For these properties, our goal will be to do our best to bring the Buyer (you) and Seller together to find a price with terms and conditions which is fair to both. For more information about the NAR settlement and what it means for you as a Home Buyer, please click here.

To get more information on how you can become one of our VIP Buyers, and receive our $5,000 Home Purchase Savings Guarantee, simply click the button directly below to complete the VIP Home Buyer Request Form so that we can go over this guarantee with you in more detail.

1. The Seller (you) agrees to grant Costera Luxury Properties (Broker) the exclusive and irrevocable right to sell your Southern California (SoCal) Property, subject to: A) the express written approval of Broker's Designated REALTOR®; and B) a valid and binding Residential Listing Agreement (C.A.R. Form RLA).
2. The Seller agrees to pay Broker as compensation for our Home Seller Services Guarantee in TOTAL real estate commission, irrespective of agency relationship(s), subject to a minimum of 4.00% of your Property's listing / sales price.
3. The Listing Price is set at a mutually agreed market value determined on the basis of market conditions and comparable properties. The Property must be sold as a standard sale as described in footnote [3].
4. The Seller agrees to purchase a SoCal replacement property, represented and listed exclusively by Broker, using our Home Buyer Services as described in footnote [4].
5. The Seller agrees to a minimum 90-day (3-month) listing period.
6. The Seller agrees to permit Broker to place a For Sale/Sold sign on the Property.
7. The Seller authorizes Broker to install a keysafe/lockbox and agrees to permit sales representatives reasonable access to the Property on a daily basis for the purpose of showing it to prospective Buyers.
8. The Seller agrees to permit Broker to list the Property on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS).
9. The Seller agrees to complete and submit the Real Estate Transfer Disclosure Statement (C.A.R. Form TDS) and the Seller Property Questionnaire (CAR Form SPQ) to Broker within 3 days of the date of the written RLA.
10. The Seller agrees that Broker or others (i.e., professional photographers) may photograph or otherwise electronically capture images of the exterior and interior of the Property for static and/or virtual tours of the Property for use on Broker's website, the MLS, and other marketing materials and sites.
11. The Seller represents and warrants that there are no known derogatory / delinquent tax liens, litigation / insurance concerns or claims affecting the Property. The Seller authorizes Broker to order a Preliminary Title Report within 3 days of the date of the written RLA. The Seller agrees to pay for the cost of the Preliminary Title Report at the Close of Escrow (COE), or if applicable, at the time of the order. Title company to be Broker's choice.
12. The Seller represents and warrants that there are no outstanding work orders, mechanics liens, non-compliance issues, or code violations on file or held against the Property with any competent authority, whether recorded, reported and/or anticipated.
13. The Seller represents and warrants that there are no known easements, rights-of-ways, or encroachments of any buildings, structures, fences, walls, swimming pools, etc., onto or from adjoining properties or onto registered easements, other than those mentioned on the TDS and the SPQ. The Property must comply with all municipal zoning by-laws and all structures on the Property must be located wholly within the lot lines legal setbacks as described in the Transfer / Deed thereto.
14. The Seller represents and warrants that the chattels and fixtures (e.g., solar panels, water filtration / softener systems, home security systems, refrigerators, washers, dryers, patio furniture, etc.) remaining with the Property, are the property of the Seller, are free-and-clear of any liens / debts / encumbrances (seller-owned / not leased) and will be in good working order at the COE.
15. The Seller represents and warrants that there are no known problems with the electrical, plumbing, irrigation, pool/spa, and/or mechanical heating/cooling (HVAC) systems.
16. The Seller represents and warrants that there are no structural or mold problems.
17. The Seller represents and warrants that there is no known damage to the slab, basement, crawlspace, attic, roof, or elsewhere caused by water leaks, seepage or flooding.
18. The Seller represents and warrants that the Property is NOT located within any environmental hazard zones/areas. Such environmental hazard zones/areas include the following: A) Special Flood Hazard Area (designated by FEMA); B) Dam Inundation Area (area of potential flooding); C) Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone; D) Wildland Fire Area; E) Earthquake Fault Zone; or F) Seismic Hazard Zone (landslide and/or liquefaction zone). The Seller authorizes Broker to order the Natural Hazard Disclosure (NHD) Report, including tax and environmental information, within 3 days of the date of the written RLA. The Seller agrees to pay for the cost of the NHD Report at the COE, or if applicable, at the time of the order. NHD title company to be Broker's choice.
19. The Seller represents and warrants that, by law, all required smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors and water heater bracing, are to be in place and in good working order, within 7 days of the date of the written RLA. The Seller agrees to pay for any related costs for compliance.
20. The Seller agrees to pay for Owner's Title Insurance Policy at the COE. Title company to be Broker's choice.
21. The Seller authorizes Broker to order the Wood Destroying Pests and Organisms Inspection Report (Termite Report) within 3 days of the date of the written RLA. The Seller agrees to pay for the cost of related Section-1 items on the Termite Report, clearance and fumigation, if applicable. Licensed (Termite) company, and if applicable, a licensed General Contractor, to be Broker's choice.
22. Both, Seller (you) and Buyer, are to each pay their own escrow fees. Escrow Holder to be Broker's choice.
23. The Seller authorizes Escrow Holder, if applicable, to order Homeowner Association (HOA) documents, including but not limited to proof of compliance documentation from the HOA related to the California Balcony Inspection Law within 3 days of the date of the written RLA. The Seller agrees to pay for the up-front cost of any-and-all related HOA fees, costs for compliance, and/or repairs at the COE, or if applicable, at the time of the order.
24. The Seller agrees to pay for any applicable private transfer fees, loan payoffs, including City and/or County transfer tax fees at the COE, or if applicable, at the time of the order.
25. The Seller authorizes Broker to order a 1-year Home Warranty (HW) plan within 3 days of the date of the written RLA. The Seller agrees to pay for the cost of the HW plan, not to exceed $1,000, at the COE. HW company to be Broker's choice.

NOTE: This Special Guarantee cannot be combined with any other special offers, discounts or referrals - and DOES NOT apply to replacement properties listed by real estate brokerages other than ours.

To get more information on how you can get a GUARANTEED written offer on your home within 24 hours of your listing, simply click the button directly below to complete the Home Seller Guarantee Request Form so that we can go over this guarantee with you in more detail.

1. You agree to enter into a firm and binding agreement to purchase a Southern California (SoCal) replacement property of equal or greater value, represented exclusively by Costera Luxury Properties (Broker), and upon completing such replacement property purchase concurrently with the sale of your Property, subject to: A) the express written approval of Broker's Designated REALTOR®; and B) a valid and binding Buyer Representation and Broker Compensation Agreement (C.A.R. Form BRBC) with Broker at the time of executing the written Residential Listing Agreement (C.A.R. Form RLA).
2. As a real estate client using our Home Buyer Services, you agree to an initial 90-day (3-month) period with Broker to acquire a SoCal replacement property.
3. You shall provide relevant personal and financial information, including, but not limited to, proof-of-funds (POF) and a pre-approval / pre-qualification letter, to Broker, within 3 calendar days of the date of the written BRBC, to assure your ability, as a Home Buyer, to acquire a SoCal replacement property.

NOTE / EXCEPTION: As a real estate client of ours, and as it pertains ONLY to this Limited Time Special Offer, you have the OPTION and the choice NOT to purchase a SoCal replacement property with Broker as described directly above. IF that is your decision, then you are choosing NOT to optimize your commission savings to the fullest extent with this Limited Time Special Offer. As a direct result, you agree to pay Broker an additional 0.25% of our currently advertised amount or rate of real estate commission as compensation for our Home Seller Services in real estate commission of your Property's sales price on the listing side of the transaction at the Close of Escrow. Even if you choose NOT to purchase a SoCal replacement property with us, you will still continue to SAVE thousands of dollars by listing your Property with Broker as described in footnote [1].

For more information about the NAR settlement and what it means for you as a Home Seller and as a concurrent Home Buyer, simply click the button directly below.

1. You agree to enter into a firm and binding agreement to purchase a Southern California (SoCal) replacement property of equal or greater value, represented and listed exclusively by Costera Luxury Properties (Broker), and upon completing such replacement property purchase concurrently with the sale of your Property, subject to: A) the express written approval of Broker's Designated REALTOR®; and B) a valid and binding Buyer Representation and Broker Compensation Agreement (C.A.R. Form BRBC) with Broker at the time of executing the written Residential Listing Agreement (C.A.R. Form RLA).
2. As a real estate client using our Home Buyer Services, you agree to an initial 90-day (3-month) period with Broker to acquire a SoCal replacement property listed by Broker.
3. You shall provide relevant personal and financial information, including, but not limited to proof-of-funds (POF) and a pre-approval / pre-qualification letter, to Broker, within 3 calendar days of the date of the written BRBC, to assure your ability, as a Home Buyer, to acquire a replacement property.

NOTE: This Special Guarantee DOES NOT apply to replacement properties listed by real estate brokerages other than ours. As designated by law, we are obligated to act as a fully disclosed dual agent when negotiating for properties listed by Broker. For these properties, our goal will be to do our best to bring you and the seller of your replacement property together to find a price with terms and conditions which is fair to both.

For more information about the NAR settlement and what it means for you as a Home Seller and as a concurrent Home Buyer, simply click the button directly below.