So, you accepted an offer on your Okotoks home—cue the mini celebration (and maybe a nervous laugh). But now what? The “SOLD” sign isn’t the finish line just yet, and if you’re not sure what happens next, you’re not alone. Most people don’t get walked through the steps after accepting an offer—and honestly, that’s where things get real. But don’t worry, I’ve got you.
Here’s the no-nonsense breakdown of what actually happens between “Offer Accepted” and “Here’s your money.”
1. The Conditions Phase (aka: The ‘Still Not Sold Yet’ Zone)
Most offers in Okotoks come with a few strings attached—commonly called “conditions.” Think financing, home inspection, or the buyer needing to sell their own home first. These are pretty normal and usually take 7–10 days to sort out.
During this time, you’re technically “conditionally sold,” meaning the buyer still has a way out if something doesn’t check out. So yeah, it’s a nail-biter. But a good REALTOR® (hey, that’s me) keeps tabs on all the moving pieces so you’re not left in the dark.
2. The Home Inspection (Try Not to Panic)
The inspection can feel like someone showing up to judge how you’ve lived. But relax—it’s not personal. A licensed inspector will come in, look at the bones of your home, and give the buyer a report. If they find anything scary (roof issues, foundation cracks, old electrical), you might be asked to fix it or offer a credit. But don’t assume the worst. Lots of stuff sounds scarier in inspection reports than it really is. I’ll help you navigate what’s legit and what’s just nervous-buyer jitters.
3. Waiving Conditions (Pop the Champagne—Almost)
If the buyer is happy with everything (or if we’ve negotiated through any hiccups), they’ll waive their conditions. Once that happens—boom—your home is officially sold. Like, legally-binding, pack-your-bags sold.
You’ll get a copy of the signed waiver, and the lawyers get to work behind the scenes with all the legal magic.
4. Lawyer Time (Cue the Paperwork Avalanche)
Now we’re into the legal and financial weeds. You’ll meet with your lawyer to sign off on transfer documents, discuss disbursements (like your mortgage payout and property taxes), and make sure everything’s clean for closing day.
Tip: Choose a local real estate lawyer who knows Okotoks contracts and timelines inside and out. Your lawyer and I will stay in sync so you don’t have to play middleman.
5. The Move-Out Hustle (Time to Purge That Junk Drawer)
Once the home’s sold, the clock’s ticking. You’ll need to be fully moved out by possession day (usually around noon unless we agreed otherwise). That means cleared-out, cleaned-up, keys-on-the-counter kind of ready.
Don’t leave junk in the garage. Don’t forget to change your mailing address. And if you need help coordinating cleaners or junk removal, I’ve got people for that.
6. Possession Day (The Finish Line Is Here)
On possession day, the buyer’s REALTOR® does a quick walk-through to make sure the home is in agreed-upon condition. Then the lawyer transfers the funds, and you get paid.
Once keys are exchanged, your job is done. You’ve officially sold your Okotoks home. Go treat yourself to something bubbly—no judgment if it’s Prosecco or a Slurpee.
Real Talk: Selling Doesn’t Stop at ‘Offer Accepted’
Too many people think once an offer is signed, it’s just cruise control to payday. It’s not. But if you’ve got the right people in your corner (again—hi), the entire post-offer phase can feel a lot smoother and less stressful than the horror stories you hear.
So don’t be afraid to ask questions, stay looped in, and lean on your REALTOR® for literally everything from “What does this clause mean?” to “Do I really need to repaint that wall?”
Thinking of selling your home in Okotoks but not sure what happens after the offer? Let’s map it all out—no surprises, no sugarcoating. I’m just a text away, and I’ll walk you through every step like we’re old friends (because soon, we probably will be).
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