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AMENDMENT TO PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT

THIS AMENDED AGREEMENT made and entered into as of the day of by
and between (hereinafter "Seller"), and
(hereinafter "Buyer");

WHEREAS, Seller is the owner of certain real property located at
("the Premises"); and

WHEREAS, Buyer desires to purchase the Premises and acquire possession thereof and did enter into a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Seller as of the day of a copy of which Agreement is attached hereto as Exhibit I; and

WHEREAS, Buyer and Seller desire to amend said agreement in accordance with the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, and in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter set forth the parties hereto mutually agree as follows:

1. Purchase Price. The Premises are to be sold to Buyer for the sum of and /100 dollars ($ ), which Buyer agrees to pay to Seller (after deduction of the amounts paid in cash as described below) in equal monthly installments of $ with the first payment to be made on . Said purchase price may be prepaid, in whole or in part, by Buyer at any time without penalty or discount. Said purchase price will be evidenced by a Promissory Note (bearing no interest) and secured by a purchase money deed of trust covering the Premises. A cash payment of $ shall be made at closing.

2. Deposit. In addition to the $ already paid to Seller, Buyer shall pay to Seller and additional and /100 dollars ($ ) simultaneously with the execution of this Amended Agreement as a good faith deposit ("the Deposit"), which shall be applied to the purchase price.

3. Closing. Subject to the provisions of this Amended Agreement, the deed shall be delivered on or before at o'clock P.M. CST, ("the Date of Closing"), at the offices of unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

4. Lease of Premises until Closing. Seller does hereby lease the Premises to Buyer on the following terms and conditions, to-wit:

A. Buyer will assume and undertake the responsibility of fully maintaining all of said Premises in good repair and in its present state, including maintaining the plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, gas and other support system, now on the property in a good operating condition, less normal wear and tear. Buyer shall also maintain the grounds, driveways, parking lot, shrubs and trees in a neat, trim and attractive condition at all times.

B. Buyer may make such renovations and improvements to the Premises as it deems fit in order to use said Premises as a Fine Arts Center.

C. Buyer shall provide and keep in force, at Buyer's sole expense, for the benefit of Buyer and Seller, fire and hazard insurance sufficient to replace or restore the Premises in the event of loss or damage, and also general public liability insurance protecting Buyer and Seller against claims for bodily injury or death occurring on or in the Premises or in the streets adjacent to the leased premises, for not less than Dollars ($ ) with respect to any one accident or disaster, for not less than and /100 Dollars ($ ) with respect to bodily injury or death to any one person, and for not less than and No/100 Dollars ($ ) with respect to destruction or damage to property. A liability policy or a certificate of insurance covering Buyer and Seller, as their interests may appear, but otherwise in the form herein provided, shall be deemed a compliance with the provisions of this paragraph. Buyer shall renew all fire, hazard and liability policies of insurance that Buyer is required to procure and maintain under the provisions of this Lease when renewal is required, and at least ten (10) days prior to the expiration of the policies. Buyer shall, in addition, and in any event, hold Seller harmless from any liability arising from the operation or possession of said Premises, and the Buyer agrees to indemnify Seller against and save Seller harmless from all demand, claims, causes of action or judgments for injury to person, loss of life, or damage to property occurring on said Premises and arising out of the Buyer=s use and occupancy.

D. Seller covenant that it will put the Buyer into complete and exclusive possession of the Premises as hereinbefore provided.

E. Buyer shall pay all charges measured by consumption or use for water, sewage disposal, telephone, gas, electricity, and any other similar utility, commodity, or service furnished to or used by Buyer.

5. All of the stipulations, provisions, conditions, and covenants of said Purchase and Sale Agreement, as amended, shall remain in full force and effect, except as specifically amended herein.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these presents to be executed the day and year first above written.

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What a Purchase and Sale Agreement Is

A Purchase and Sale Agreement is a legally binding contract that records the terms for transferring real property between buyer and seller. It sets the purchase price, deposit, closing date, contingencies, allocation of closing costs, and remaining obligations until recording. The agreement becomes the roadmap for escrow, title, financing, inspections, and final conveyance once accepted by both parties.

Why this agreement matters

The Purchase and Sale Agreement creates clear, enforceable expectations for price, timing, and contingencies, reducing dispute risk and guiding closing logistics.

Why this agreement matters

Who typically completes this agreement

The Purchase and Sale Agreement is completed by parties and professionals involved in a property transaction.

  • Buyers and sellers working through offer, contingencies, financing, and closing; they supply identifying and payment details.
  • Real estate brokers and agents who prepare or review contract language and coordinate signatures with clients and escrow.
  • Lenders, title companies, and escrow officers who confirm financing terms, resolve title issues, and coordinate recording.

Each signatory role has different responsibilities; ensure agents and counsel review clauses relevant to financing, disclosures, and title.

Representative user profiles

Buyer Representative

A licensed agent or buyer's attorney who examines contingencies, verifies financing commitments, and ensures earnest money and inspection deadlines are correctly stated; they coordinate signature collection and delivery to escrow for closing.

Seller Representative

A listing agent or seller attorney who confirms property disclosures, negotiates price and repairs, and ensures title commitments and deed language are correct before signing and delivering executed documents to escrow or closing.

Essential components to include

A professional Purchase and Sale Agreement should address core legal and practical items so the transfer proceeds without avoidable delays or disputes.

Parties

Identify buyer and seller with full legal names and entity types to ensure enforceability and correct recording.

Property Description

Use legal description and street address; include parcel or tax ID for title and recording precision.

Purchase Price

State total price, deposit amount, payment schedule, and whether seller credits apply.

Contingencies

Include inspection, financing, appraisal, and title conditions with specific removal and cure deadlines.

Closing and Possession

Set closing date, escrow instructions, and possession timing to coordinate occupancy and utilities.

Prorations and Costs

Allocate taxes, HOA dues, recording costs, title fees, and identify who pays which closing costs.

Step-by-step: completing the Purchase and Sale Agreement

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, review, and execute the agreement correctly.

  • 01
    Prepare property data: Gather legal description, tax ID, and seller disclosure documents.
  • 02
    Define commercial terms: Set price, deposit, contingencies, and closing date explicitly.
  • 03
    Review with counsel: Have attorneys or brokers check title, financing, and contingency language.
  • 04
    Execute and deliver: Sign, notarize if needed, and submit executed copies to escrow and title.

Where executed agreements are sent

After signing, copies should be routed to the parties who require them for closing, funding, and recording.

  • Escrow Office: Receives executed contract and deposit instructions for handling closing funds.
  • Title Company: Performs final title search, issues commitment, and prepares deed for recording.
  • Lender: Verifies contract terms, issues loan documents, and coordinates funding conditions.
  • Recording Office: Records deed and related documents after closing to perfect title transfer.

Recommended digital workflow settings

When completing online, configure signature, authentication, and delivery settings to match transaction risk and legal requirements.

Field Configuration
Signature Authentication Email link or SMS code; use stronger KBA for high-risk transactions
Notarization Enable RON when permitted by state; otherwise plan in-person notarization
Bulk Send Enable on plans that support multiple-party distribution for uniform documents
API / Integrations Connect to title or CRM systems on enterprise plans for automation

Technical formats and integrations to consider

Choose a platform that supports the file types and integrations your closing process requires.

  • File Formats: PDF, DOCX, and fillable forms
  • Integrations: CRM, title systems, and cloud storage
  • Security: TLS in transit, AES-256 at rest

Ensure the platform supports audit trails, conditional fields, and the signer authentication methods your state or lender requires.

Common deadlines to include and monitor

Clear dates prevent disputes and preserve rights under contingencies and financing commitments.

Offer Acceptance Deadline:

Date/time when seller must accept or counter the offer

Inspection Period:

Window for physical inspections and repair negotiations

Financing Contingency:

Final date to satisfy loan conditions or cancel

Closing Date:

Date when funds are exchanged and deed is conveyed

Recording Date:

Date deed is recorded to perfect buyer's ownership

Key transaction milestones from offer to recording

Track these milestones as numbered stages to ensure coordinated performance and timely closing.

01

Offer Accepted

Contract executed by buyer and seller; earnest money delivered.

02

Escrow Opened

Title work ordered and deposit placed in escrow account.

03

Contingency Resolution

Inspections, title objections, and financing conditions are cleared or waived.

04

Closing and Recording

Funds disbursed, deed signed, and deed recorded at county office.

Common problems to avoid

  • Missing or incorrect legal description causes recording rejection and delay.
  • Unclear contingency dates result in disputes over rights to cancel.
  • Mismatched names on documents trigger title exceptions and lender holds.
  • Incomplete signature blocks require re-execution or notarization, delaying closing.

Consequences of errors or omissions

Recording Rejection: Delay or loss of priority
Title Defect: Litigation or indemnity claims
Financing Failure: Buyer's deposit risk
Disclosure Violations: Civil penalties or rescission
I-9/Tax Issues: Fines or withholding obligations
Notarization Flaws: Voidable signatures

eSignature vendor comparison for signing Purchase and Sale Agreements

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Real-world examples applying online signing

These examples show how teams use electronic workflows to close property transactions securely and quickly.

Optica Ventures LLC

The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team; more importantly, it is just as easy for our customers.

  • Used digital signatures to speed contract turnaround across multiple investors.
  • Optica reduced manual paper handling and improved recordkeeping while maintaining compliance with ESIGN and state recording requirements.

Martin Properties

I can process and execute all of these documents online with 100% compliance and built-in security.

  • Processes purchase contracts and escrow documents remotely for buyers and sellers.
  • The firm eliminated in-person signature bottlenecks and maintained consistent audit trails for each completed transaction.

Security and compliance features to verify

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit; AES-256 at rest
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certified
Regulatory: ESIGN and UETA compliant
Healthcare: HIPAA-compliant with BAA available
Audit Trail: Detailed timestamps, IP, and action logs
Accessibility: WCAG 2.0 Level AA support

Frequently asked questions about Purchase and Sale Agreements

Answers to common legal, procedural, and technical questions encountered when preparing and executing a Purchase and Sale Agreement.


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