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Are bidding wars illegal in MA? 
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04-02-2009 11:08 AM
 

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What. Bidding wars are not illegal in MA. What made you think that?
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04-02-2009 11:22 AM
 

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Bidding wars are actually fairly common in Massachusetts.

Having multiple offers on a property is a best case scenario for a seller and if the list agent plays it correctly it can drive the price of the home up dramatically. 

If you do find yourself in a multiple bid situation it is important to keep your emotions in check to avoid overpaying for the property.

 


 

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04-02-2009 11:48 AM
 

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In the listing details of one of the homes that I'm looking for, it says in notes: "P&S signing on [a future date]".  I'm assuming that the P&S will be signed on that date, but does it mean that new offers on that property cannot be made anymore?  Please help!

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04-02-2009 02:53 PM
 

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Arlbuyer,

Most likely this means that the property is under agreement but the seller has asked the list agent to mark the property as "active" in MLS. This allows them to collect backup offers until the purchase and sales agreement is signed on X date. Once this document is signed they will change the status to "under agreement" and take it off the market.

I hope that this helps. If you would like us to look into its status for you please let me know sean.valiton@redfin.com

 

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04-02-2009 04:12 PM
 

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