Homebuyers should take the time to research and gather information before presenting a purchase contract. Property sellers will be receptive to your proposal when you present them with the customary supporting documents with the contract. Real estate contracts contain many blanks that can be balanced against each other adding up to a strong offer. Knowing which supporting information and the typical numbers for the blanks will save you time and could save you dollars.

Mark Nash author of 1001 Tips for Buying and Selling a Home offers you the ingredients for constructing a purchase contract.

-Use an approved real estate contract by your state real estate attorney association or local Board of Realtors