As public records, contract forms adopted by the Texas Real Estate Commission are available to any person. Real estate license holders are required to use these forms. However, TREC contract forms are intended for use primarily by licensed real estate brokers or sales agents who are trained in their correct use.
Unimproved Property Contract (Form ID: 9-16): This contract form is for property that does not have physical buildings, additions or fixtures on the land. It is generally used for property that has been platted (has a recorded Lot/Block legal description). It is not for use for inium transactions.
Real estate license holders are required to use these forms. However, TREC contract forms are intended for use primarily by licensed real estate brokers or sales agents who are trained in their correct use. Mistakes in the use of a form may result in financial loss or a contract which is unenforceable.
If you're a realtor, you are required to use the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) contract forms. Other people buying or selling land in Texas have additional options. You could have an attorney draft a custom contract for you, but this may be expensive.
How do you write a contract for sale? Title the document appropriately. List all parties involved in the agreement. Detail the product or service, including all rights, warranties, and limitations. Specify the duration of the contract and any important deadlines.
Even if a written contract is not required, it is always a good idea to have a written agreement. A written agreement does not have to be a formal or complex contract, and it can be handwritten. It must contain the terms of the agreement and be signed by both parties.