For a verbal contract to be legally binding in Florida, it must meet the following criteria: Offer and Acceptance: One party must make an offer, and the other must accept it. This mutual agreement forms the basis of the contract. Consideration: There must be an exchange of value between the parties.
You Can Write the Contract Yourself In Florida, there is no legal requirement to hire an attorney (unlike in many other states), but a real estate attorney can make sure the details are covered completely and correctly, protecting your interests and finances in the process.
There is a specific form for Florida buyers and sellers to use for a standard agreement and another form for an “As-Is” real estate transaction.