Short answer: Once you accept an offer in Texas, you'll move through earnest money deposit, the option period, the buyer's inspection and any negotiated repairs, the buyer's loan underwriting and appraisal, a final walkthrough, and then closing day — typically over about 30 to 45 days from acceptance to keys handed over.
The typical timeline after acceptance
- Earnest money deposited — usually within a few days of the contract being executed
- Option period begins — the buyer's window to have the home inspected and potentially negotiate or walk away
- Inspection and negotiations — repair requests or credits are often worked out during this window
- Buyer's financing moves forward — appraisal is ordered and underwriting continues in the background
- Title work and survey — the title company confirms clear title and handles paperwork behind the scenes
- Final walkthrough — typically a day or two before closing, to confirm the home's condition
- Closing day — documents are signed, funds are disbursed, and keys change hands
What you'll need to do along the way
You'll coordinate access for inspections, appraisal, and the final walkthrough, respond to any negotiated repair requests, and start planning your own move logistics. I keep you informed and guide you through every step so nothing catches you off guard.
You're not on your own after the offer
Accepting an offer is a big milestone, but there's real work between contract and closing. I stay closely involved through every step — inspection, negotiations, appraisal, and closing — so you always know what's happening and what's next. Learn more about how I support sellers all the way to closing day.
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