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Home Sale forms document the transfer of real estate ownership from seller to buyer. Access attorney-drafted contracts and disclosures that simplify property sales and help ensure a smooth closing.

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What is Home Sale?

Home Sale documents outline the terms, disclosures, and legal steps in selling residential property. They include agreements between buyer and seller, required disclosures, and closing forms. Choose your state to access accurate, ready-to-use templates for your property transaction.

Common Home Sale documents

  • Purchase and Sale Agreement — Defines the terms, price, and conditions of a home sale.
  • Property Disclosure Statement — Details known defects or hazards affecting the property.
  • Deed Transfer Form — Officially conveys ownership from the seller to the buyer.
  • Lead-Based Paint Disclosure — Provides required information for homes built before 1978.
  • Home Inspection Contingency Addendum — Allows cancellation or negotiation based on inspection results.
  • Earnest Money Receipt — Confirms a buyer’s good faith deposit during the sale process.
  • Real Estate Closing Statement — Summarizes final costs and adjustments at settlement.

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Similar documents: key differences

  • Purchase Agreement vs. Sales Contract — Both describe the transaction; “purchase agreement” is the more common modern term.
  • Residential Purchase Agreement vs. Commercial Sale Agreement — Residential forms apply to homes; commercial forms cover income-producing or business properties.
  • Disclosure Statement vs. Inspection Report — Disclosures list known issues from the seller; inspection reports are findings from a professional evaluation.
  • Deed vs. Title — A deed transfers ownership; the title is the legal right of ownership itself.
  • Earnest Money Receipt vs. Deposit Agreement — Both acknowledge payment, but a deposit agreement may include refund and forfeiture terms.
  • Home Sale Packet vs. Real Estate Closing Forms — A sale packet combines multiple transaction documents; closing forms finalize the sale and transfer of funds.

  • Home sale contracts generally become binding once both parties sign.

  • Many states require written seller disclosures of known property defects.

  • Earnest money deposits are held until completion or cancellation of the sale.

  • Deeds must usually be notarized and recorded to complete the transfer.

  • Buyers often have inspection and financing contingencies before closing.

  • Federal law requires lead-based paint disclosures for older homes.

  • Closing statements account for taxes, credits, and final payments.

How to get started

Sell your home or complete a property transfer quickly with these steps.

  • Find the sale form or document package that matches your transaction type.
  • Review the description, preview, and signing requirements.
  • Unlock full access with a subscription.
  • Complete it easily in the online editor.
  • Export or send — download, email, mail, notarize online, or e-sign (Premium).

Practical tip

Before signing a home sale agreement, review all contingencies carefully — they protect both buyer and seller if financing or inspections change.

FAQs

Yes, once both parties sign, it becomes an enforceable contract.

Most states require written disclosures about property defects, hazards, or material facts.

Yes, but the seller must still disclose known issues and meet any legal notice requirements.

The process moves toward inspection, financing, and final closing, ending with deed transfer.

Typically, a title company, escrow agent, or closing attorney manages final paperwork.

Glossary

  • Purchase Agreement — Contract setting the terms of a property sale.
  • Disclosure Statement — Seller’s written list of property defects or risks.
  • Deed — Legal document transferring property ownership.
  • Title — Legal right to own or control real estate.
  • Earnest Money — Buyer’s deposit showing good faith.
  • Closing Statement — Summary of final sale costs and credits.
  • Contingency — Condition that must be met for a sale to proceed.
  • Escrow — Third-party holding of funds until sale completion.
  • Inspection Report — Professional evaluation of a home’s condition.
  • Settlement — Final step when ownership officially transfers.

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