📒 Behind the Transaction: Real Estate from the Ops Side — Vol. 3

Offer Day: What Happens After a Buyer Says Yes?

You’ve had the showings, maybe an open house or two. Then it happens — your agent calls with the news:
You’ve got an offer!

This is the moment every seller waits for, but behind the scenes, it's also when the operations team kicks into one of the most detail-oriented phases of the entire transaction.

🔍 Offer Vetting & Strategy Session

Before anything is signed, your agent and our team take a deep dive into the offer:

• Is the buyer financially qualified?

• What contingencies are included?

• Are the dates realistic?

• How do the terms align with your goals?

We review the details, flag any potential issues, and strategize behind the scenes to help your agent guide you through negotiations from a place of clarity and strength.

📝 Contract to Close Kickoff

Once the offer is accepted, we shift gears fast. Here's what happens next:

• The fully executed contract is distributed to all parties

• Contingency deadlines are calendared and tracked

• Disclosures are monitored for compliance and delivery

• Our communication systems kick in to keep everyone in the loop

You’ll start to receive regular updates, and we’re always just a call or email away to explain the steps ahead.

🔗 Team Coordination & Transaction Oversight

While you’re celebrating and preparing for your next move, we’re hard at work in the background:

• Scheduling inspections and coordinating access

• Communicating with title, lender, and the buyer’s agent

• Managing repair negotiations and addendums

• Monitoring timelines to avoid delays

It’s a carefully choreographed dance—and we’re here to keep it on beat from start to finish.

💡 Our Mission: Protect the Deal and Keep You Informed

Our job doesn’t stop at “just paperwork.” We manage the transaction with intention, accuracy, and care—so your closing is as smooth as possible. Think of us as your transaction pilots, guiding the process behind the scenes while your agent focuses on your goals.

Coming Up Next...

In Volume 4 of Behind the Transaction, we’ll walk through:
“Closing Week: What Happens Right Before You Hand Over the Keys”
You’ll learn what to expect during your final walkthrough, how to prep for signing, and what happens on closing day itself.

Have questions about your transaction or how it’s handled behind the scenes?
Reach out—transparency is our love language.

Until next time,
Meaghan
Operations Manager, Platinum Group