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CONTRACT FOR DEED

THIS DAY this agreement is entered into by and between , hereinafter referred to as "SELLER", whether one or more, and , hereinafter referred to as "PURCHASER", whether one or more, on the terms and conditions and for the purposes hereinafter set forth:

1.

SALE OF PROPERTY

For and in consideration of TEN DOLLARS ($10.00) and other good and valuable considerations the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, Seller does hereby agree to convey, sell, assign, transfer and set over unto Purchaser, the following property situated in County, State of Tennessee, said property being described as follows: (Type description or attach description as exhibit "A")

Together with all rights of ownership associated with the property, including, but not limited to, all easements and rights benefiting the premises, whether or not such easements and rights are of record, and all tenements, hereditaments, improvements and appurtenances, including all lighting fixtures, plumbing fixtures, shades, venetian blinds, curtain rods, storm windows, storm doors, screens, awnings, if any, and now on the premises.

SUBJECT TO all recorded easements, rights-of-way, conditions, encumbrances and limitations and to all applicable building and use restrictions, zoning laws and ordinances, if any, affecting the property.

2.

PURCHASE PRICE AND TERMS

The purchase price of the property shall be $ . The purchaser does hereby agree to pay to the order of the Seller the sum of Dollars ($ ) upon execution of this agreement, with the balance of $ being due and payable as follows:

(Select one)

(a) Balance payable in ( ) monthly installments of Dollars ($ ) each, with the first installment being due and payable on the day of , 20 and a like payment on the first day of each month thereafter until the day of , 20 , when the final payment shall be due. No interest.

(b) Balance payable, together with interest on the whole sum that shall be from time to time unpaid at the rate of per cent, per annum, payable in the amount of $ dollars per month beginning on the day of , 20 and continuing on the same day of each month thereafter until fully paid.

(c) Balance payable, together with interest on the whole sum that shall be from time to time unpaid at the rate of per cent, per annum, payable in the amount of dollars per month beginning on the day of , 20 , and continuing on the same day of each month thereafter until the day of , 20 , when all remaining principal and interest shall be paid. (Balloon payment)

If interest is charged, interest shall be computed monthly and deducted from payment and the balance of payment shall be applied on principal.

3.

TIME OF THE ESSENCE

Time is of the essence in the performance of each and every term and provision in this agreement by Purchaser.

4.

SECURITY

This contract shall stand as security of the payment of the obligations of Purchaser.

5.

MAINTENANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS

All improvements on the property, including, but not limited to, buildings, trees or other improvements now on the premises, or hereafter made or placed thereon, shall be a part of the security for the performance of this contract and shall not be removed therefrom. Purchaser shall not commit, or suffer any other person to commit, any waste or damage to said premises or the appurtenances and shall keep the premises and all improvements in as good condition as they are now.

6.

CONDITION OF IMPROVEMENTS

Purchaser agrees that the Seller has not made, nor makes any representations or warranties as to the condition of the premises, the condition of the buildings, appurtenances and fixtures locate thereon, and/or the location of the boundaries. Purchaser accepts the property in its "as-is" condition without warranty of any kind.

7.

POSSESSION OF PROPERTY

Purchaser shall take possession of the property and all improvements thereon upon execution of this contract and shall continue in the peaceful enjoyment of the property so long as all payments due under the terms of this contract are timely made. Purchaser agrees to keep the property in a good state of repair and in the event of termination of this contract, Purchaser agrees to return the property to Seller in substantially the same condition as it now exists, ordinary wear and tear excepted. Seller reserves the right to inspect the property at any time with or without notice to Purchaser.

8.

TAXES, INSURANCE AND ASSESSMENTS

Taxes and Assessments: During the term of this contract: (Select one)

(a) Purchaser shall pay all taxes and assessments levied against the property.

(b) Seller shall pay all taxes and assessments levied against the property. In the event that Seller pays the taxes and insurance, Purchaser shall reimburse Seller for same upon 30 days notice to purchaser.

Content Insurance: Purchaser shall be solely responsible for obtaining insurance of the contents, insuring contents owned by Purchaser. Seller shall be solely responsible for obtaining insurance on all contents owned by Seller.

Liability and Hazard Insurance: Liability insurance shall be maintained by Purchaser during the term of this contract naming Seller as an additional insured, in the amount of not less than $ .

Fire, Hazard and Windstorm insurance: Fire, hazard and windstorm insurance shall be maintained as follows: (Select one)

(a) Purchaser shall obtain fire, hazard and windstorm insurance in the amount not less than $ , on a policy of insurance naming Seller as additional insured.

(b) Seller shall obtain and pay for hazard, fire and windstorm insurance in an amount not less than $ . In the event Seller elects this option, Purchaser shall repay the amount so paid by Seller within thirty (30) days of demand for same by Seller.

Should the Purchaser fail to pay any tax or assessment, or installment thereof, when due, or keep said buildings insured, Seller may pay the same and have the buildings insured, and the amounts thus expended shall be a lien on said premises and may be added to the balance then unpaid, or collected by Seller, in the discretion if Seller with interest until paid at the rate of the per cent per annum.

In case of any damage as a result of which said insurance proceeds are available, the Purchaser may, within sixty (60) days of said loss or damage, give to the Seller written notice of Purchaser’s election to repair or rebuild the damaged parts of the premises, in which event said insurance proceeds shall be used for such purpose. The balance of said proceeds, if any, which remain after completion of said repairing or rebuilding, or all of said insurance proceeds if the Purchaser elects not to repair or rebuild, shall be applied first toward the satisfaction of any existing defaults under the terms of this contract, and then as a prepayment upon the principal balance owing. No such prepayment shall defer the time for payment of any remaining payments required by said contract. Any surplus of said proceeds in excess of the balance owing hereon shall be paid to the Purchaser.

9.

DEFAULT

If the Purchaser shall fail to perform any of the covenants or conditions contained in this contract on or before the date on which the performance is required, the Seller shall give Purchaser notice of default or performance, stating the Purchaser is allowed fourteen (14) days from the date of the Notice to cure the default or performance. In the event the default or failure of performance is not cured within the 14 day time period, then Seller shall have any of the following remedies, in the discretion of Seller:

(a) give the Purchaser a written notice specifying the failure to cure the default and informing the Purchaser that if the default continues for a period of an additional fifteen (15) days after service of the notice of failure to cure, that without further notice, this contract shall stand cancelled and Seller may regain possession of the property as provided herein; or

(b) give the Purchaser a written notice specifying the failure to cure the default and informing the Purchaser that if the default continues for a period of an additional fifteen (15) days after service of the notice of failure to cure, that without further notice, the entire principal balance and unpaid interest shall be immediately due and payable and Seller may take appropriate action against Purchaser for collection of same according to the laws of the State of .

In the event of default in any of the terms and conditions or installments due and payable under the terms of this contract and Seller elects 9(a), Seller shall be entitled to immediate possession of the property.

In the event of default and termination of the contract by Seller, Purchaser shall forfeit any and all payments made under the terms of this contract including taxes and assessments as liquidated damages, Seller shall be entitled to recover such other damages as they may be due which are caused by the acts or negligence of Purchaser.

The parties expressly agree that in the event of default not cured by the Purchaser and termination of this agreement, and Purchaser fails to vacate the premises, Seller shall have the right to obtain possession by appropriate court action.

10.

DEED AND EVIDENCE OF TITLE

Upon total payment of the purchase price and any and all late charges, and other amounts due Seller, Seller agrees to deliver to Purchaser a Warranty Deed to the subject property, at Seller’s expense, free and clear of any liens or encumbrances other than taxes and assessments for the current year.

11.

NOTICES

All notices required hereunder shall be deemed to have been made when deposited in the U. S. Mail, postage prepaid, certified, return receipt requested, to the Purchaser or Seller at the addresses listed below. All notices required hereunder may he sent to:

Seller:

Purchaser:

and when mailed, postage prepaid, to said address, shall be binding and conclusively presumed to be served upon said parties respectively.

12.

ASSIGNMENT OR SALE

Purchaser shall not sell, assign, transfer or convey any interest in the subject property or this agreement, without first securing the written consent of the Seller.

13.

PREPAYMENT

Purchaser to have the right to prepay, without penalty, the whole or any part of the balance remaining unpaid on this contract at any time before the due date.

14.

ATTORNEY FEES

In the event of default, Purchaser shall pay to Seller, Seller's reasonable and actual attorneys' fees and expenses incurred by Seller in enforcement of any rights of Seller. All attorney fees shall be payable prior to Purchaser's being deemed to have corrected any such default.

15.

LATE PAYMENT CHARGES

If Purchaser shall fail to pay, within fifteen (15) days after due date, any installment due hereunder, Purchaser shall be required to pay an additional charge of five (5%) percent of the late installment. Such charge shall be paid to Seller at the time of payment of the past due installment.

16.

CONVEYANCE OR MORTGAGE BY SELLER

If the Seller's interest is now or hereafter encumbered by mortgage, the Seller covenants that Seller will meet the payments of principal and interest thereon as they mature and produce evidence thereof to the Purchaser upon demand. In the event the Seller shall default upon any such mortgage or land contract, the Purchaser shall have the right to do the acts or make the payments necessary to cure such default and shall be reimbursed for so doing by receiving, automatically, credit to this contract to apply on the payments due or to become due hereon.

The Seller reserves the right to convey, his or her interest in the above described land and such conveyance hereof shall not be a cause for rescission but such conveyance shall be subject to the terms of this agreement.

The Seller may, during the lifetime of this contract, place a mortgage on the premises above described, which shall be a lien on the premises, superior to the rights of the Purchaser herein, or may continue and renew any existing mortgage thereon, provided that the aggregate amount due on all outstanding mortgages shall not at any time be greater than the unpaid balance of the contract.

17.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement embodies and constitutes the entire understanding between the parties with respect to the transactions contemplated herein. All prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings, representations, oral or written, are merged into this Agreement.

18.

AMENDMENT – WAIVERS

This Agreement shall not be modified, or amended except by an instrument in writing signed by all parties.

No delay or failure on the part of any party hereto in exercising any right, power or privilege under this Agreement or under any other documents furnished in connection with or pursuant to this Agreement shall impair any such right, power or privilege or be construed as a waiver of any default or any acquiescence therein. No single or partial exercise of any such right, power or privilege shall preclude the further exercise of such right, power or privilege, or the exercise of any other right, power or privilege. No waiver shall be valid against any party hereto unless made in writing and signed by the party against whom enforcement of such waiver is sought and then only to the extent expressly specified therein.

19.

SEVERABILITY

If any one or more of the provisions contained in this Agreement shall be held illegal or unenforceable by a court, no other provisions shall be affected by this holding. The parties intend that in the event one or more provisions of this agreement are declared invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain enforceable and this agreement shall be interpreted by a Court in favor of survival of all remaining provisions.

20.

HEADINGS

Section headings contained in this Agreement are inserted for convenience of reference only, shall not be deemed to be a part of this Agreement for any purpose, and shall not in any way define or affect the meaning, construction or scope of any of the provisions hereof.

21.

PRONOUNS

All pronouns and any variations thereof shall be deemed to refer to the masculine, feminine, neuter, singular, or plural, as the identity of the person or entity may require. As used in this agreement: (1) words of the masculine gender shall mean and include corresponding neuter words or words of the feminine gender, (2) words in the singular shall mean and include the plural and vice versa, and (3) the word "may" gives sole discretion without any obligation to take any action.

22.

JOINT AND SEVERAL LIABILITY

All Purchasers, if more than one, covenants and agrees that their obligations and liability shall be joint and several.

23.

PURCHASER’S RIGHT TO REINSTATE AFTER ACCELERATION

If Purchaser defaults and the loan is accelerated, then Purchaser shall have the right of reinstatement as allowed under the laws of the State of Tennessee, provided that Purchaser: (a) pays Lender all sums which then would be due under this agreement as if no acceleration had occurred; (b) cures any default of any other covenants or agreements; and (c) pays all expenses incurred in enforcing this agreement, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys' fees, and other fees incurred for the purpose of protecting Seller's interest in the Property and rights under this agreement. Seller may require that Purchaser pay such reinstatement sums and expenses in one or more of the following forms, as selected by Seller: (a) cash, (b) money order, (c) certified check, bank check, treasurer’s check or cashier’s check, provided any such check is drawn upon an institution whose deposits are insured by a federal agency, instrumentality or entity or (d) Electronic Funds Transfer. Upon reinstatement by Purchaser, this Security Instrument and obligations secured hereby shall remain fully effective as if no acceleration had occurred.

24.

HEIRS AND ASSIGNS

This contract shall be binding upon and to the benefit of the heirs, administrators, executors, and assigns of the parties hereto. However, nothing herein shall authorize a transfer in violation of paragraph (12).

25.

OTHER PROVISIONS

WITNESS THE SIGNATURES of the Parties this the day of , 20 .

SELLER:

PURCHASER:

STATE OF TENNESSEE

COUNTY OF

On this day of , 20 , before me personally appeared , to me known to be the person (or persons) described in and who executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged that such person (or persons) executed the same as such person (or person’s) free act and deed

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STATE OF TENNESSEE

COUNTY OF

On this day of , 20 , before me personally appeared , to me known to be the person (or persons) described in and who executed the foregoing instrument, and acknowledged that such person (or persons) executed the same as such person (or person’s) free act and deed

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What a Purchase and Sale Agreement Is and When it Applies

A Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) is a written contract that records the terms under which a buyer agrees to purchase real property from a seller and the seller agrees to transfer title. It typically covers parties’ identities, the full legal description of the property, purchase price, deposit or earnest money, contingencies (inspection, financing, title), closing date, possession, and allocation of costs. In the United States the PSA is the core transactional document that sets closing conditions, remedies for breach, and instructions for escrow or title companies to prepare closing and recording documents.

Why a Clear Purchase and Sale Agreement Matters

A precise PSA reduces ambiguity, protects contractual rights, defines contingencies and deadlines, and creates the record necessary for escrow, title work, and closing. It assigns risk and remedies so parties and counsel can resolve disputes and proceed to recording and funding with confidence.

Why a Clear Purchase and Sale Agreement Matters

Who Typically Prepares and Signs a Purchase and Sale Agreement

Each signer should have authority to bind the named party; verify capacity and representation before signing.

  • Buyers and buyers’ agents — prepare offer terms, attach contingencies, and deliver earnest money per contract deadlines.
  • Sellers and listing agents — accept, counter, and provide required property disclosures and clear title conditions.
  • Title/escrow and lenders — review PSA instructions, order title search, and coordinate closing funds and recording.

Typical Signers and Their Roles

Buyer Attorney

Represents buyer interests, reviews contingencies, confirms financing and title obligations, and often holds closing deliverables in escrow. Ensures the buyer’s name and entity form match loan documents and title commitments to avoid post-closing issues.

Listing Agent

Acts on behalf of the seller to present offers, negotiate price and terms, secure seller disclosures, and coordinate with title and escrow to clear conditions required for closing and deed recording.

Step-by-step: Preparing and Executing a Purchase and Sale Agreement

Follow a standard sequence to reduce errors and streamline closing: draft, attach exhibits, secure funds, obtain signatures, deliver to escrow, and record the deed at closing.

  • 01
    Draft Terms: Specify parties, property, price, and contingencies.
  • 02
    Attach Exhibits: Include legal description, disclosures, and addenda.
  • 03
    Collect Signatures: Obtain all needed signatures and dates.
  • 04
    Deliver to Escrow: Provide documents and funds to title/escrow for closing.

Primary Components to Include in a Professional PSA

A complete PSA organizes obligations, timelines, and remedies so title, escrow, and lenders can act without re-negotiation or ambiguity.

Parties

Full legal names and entity types; include representative contact information and, for entities, the state of formation and authorized signer capacity.

Property

Full legal description and parcel ID; reference any excluded personal property or fixtures and attach exhibits for easements or encumbrances.

Price & Payment

Purchase price, allocation of closing costs, earnest money instructions, and conditions for deposit release or forfeiture on default.

Contingencies

Inspection, financing, appraisal, and title objections with clear cure periods and termination mechanics if conditions are unmet.

Closing & Possession

Specify closing date, funding conditions, conveyance instrument (deed type), and possession timing including any holdover arrangements.

Representations

Seller warranties about authority, title status, and absence of undisclosed liabilities; buyer warranties about capacity and funding assurance.

Essential Fields and Data Elements

Party Names: Full legal names
Contact Addresses: Street, city, state, ZIP
Legal Description: Metes and bounds / parcel ID
Purchase Price: Numeric and written
Earnest Deposit: Amount and payee
Closing Date: MM/DD/YYYY format

Where to Send the Agreement and What Happens Next

After signatures, route the PSA to escrow/title and to any lender or agent specified in the contract so closing tasks can begin.

  • Send to Escrow: Escrow receives documents and funds for closing.
  • Deliver to Lender: Lender reviews PSA to finalize loan commitment.
  • Title Order: Title company conducts search and issues commitment.
  • Record Deed: Escrow records deed at county recorder at closing.

How to Set Up an Online Signing Workflow for the PSA

Configure an online workflow that matches signing order, authentication level, and document routing so each party receives the correct copy and audit trail.

Field Configuration
Signature Type Allow remote eSign and in-person signing options
Authentication Email link plus SMS code or ID verification
Signing Order Sequential routing: buyer then seller then escrow
Delivery Automatic copies to title, lender, and parties

Technical Considerations for eSigning and eSubmission

Confirm the platform meets legal and industry compliance needs (ESIGN/UETA, HIPAA if health information involved) and supports export to recordable PDF or paper for county recording.

  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or KBA options
  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace
  • File Types: PDF, DOCX, and editable templates

Risks and Contract Remedies to Watch For

Title Defects: May delay closing
Missed Deadlines: Contingency termination risk
Incorrect Names: Recording or funding issues
Ambiguous Terms: Litigation or reformation risk
Earnest Disputes: Forfeiture or claim
Uncured Liens: Seller cannot convey clear title

Common Mistakes When Preparing a PSA

  • Using an informal street address instead of the legal description, which can create recording defects and title exceptions.
  • Failing to specify clear contingency dates in MM/DD/YYYY format, causing disputes over whether a termination right was timely exercised.
  • Leaving signature blocks unsigned or signed by unauthorized representatives, which can void obligations or delay funding.
  • Omitting exhibits (disclosures, seller affidavits, or easement plats) that the PSA references, leading escrow to delay closing.

Practical Tips for Accurate and Efficient Completion

Adopt a checklist-driven approach, confirm exact legal names and descriptions, and coordinate with title and escrow early to avoid last-minute issues.

Confirm Legal Identity
Verify each party’s exact legal name against government ID or formation documents; for LLCs and corporations include state of formation and signer capacity to avoid mismatch with title or lender requirements.
Use Clear Contingency Dates
Set explicit MM/DD/YYYY deadlines for inspection, financing, and title objections; include time-of-day rules where practical and state the remedies for missed deadlines to reduce dispute risk.
Coordinate with Title Early
Order title search and commitment before relying on clear title; identify required endorsements and cure items so the seller can address liens or defects in advance of closing.
Standardize Templates
Use consistent templates with labeled exhibits and conditional fields for contingencies; maintain version control and an audit trail for all edits and signature events.

Real-world Examples from Teams Using Online Execution

Practical implementations show how digital workflows removed friction and preserved compliance without in-person signings or paper mailing delays.

Martin Properties

Tim Martin, founder, used online execution to complete closings remotely and securely

  • Platform simplified mobile signing during property sales
  • He reported that processing and executing documents online preserved compliance and allowed timely closings whether parties were remote or in-person, reducing cycles commonly lost to printing and overnight delivery.

BIS

Dan Rotelli, CEO, integrated e-sign workflows with title and escrow teams

  • Integration enabled faster handoffs between departments
  • The integration delivered tighter control over signature order and document storage, eliminating manual steps while maintaining audit trails and compliance for corporate recordkeeping.

Key Dates and Typical Deadline Items in a PSA

Track these standard dates in the PSA; missing one can trigger termination rights or extend liability exposure.

Offer Date:

Date the buyer signs and delivers the offer

Earnest Money Due:

When deposit must be delivered to escrow

Inspection Deadline:

Final date to complete inspections and object

Financing Deadline:

Last date to secure loan commitment

Closing Date:

Scheduled date for funding and recording

eSignature Vendor Comparison for Executing Purchase and Sale Agreements

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Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting

Answers to common questions about validity, e-signing, amendments, and recordkeeping for Purchase and Sale Agreements.


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