Trenton, FL asked in Contracts and Real Estate Law for Florida

Q: Question re altered contract

Question regarding a signed contract that has been altered by the seller’s agent. I just signed a contract to submit my first offer on a house. I received my contract back and it turns out that the agent representing the seller changed the first page of my contract by removing the purchase price and earnest money deposit amounts and replacing it with the counter offer amount. My original initials and signatures are still on the contract that I received back. I know that there is a counter-offer/rejection section on this contract and it was not utilized. Their agent made this already signed contract that had a different amount on it now look like all parties are agreeing to this new amount that he put on it. Is this legal? Can an agent adjust these amounts on the first page that was already filled out with another amount and signed? Please help, I will appreciate any advice on this matter. Thank you.

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Andy Wayne Williamson
Andy Wayne Williamson
Answered
  • MIramar Beach, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: It is improper for an agent to change a contract without authorization. You need to consult with a real estate attorney asap. The actions of the agent are improper.

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Jonathan A. Klurfeld
Jonathan A. Klurfeld
Answered
  • Boca Raton, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: I agree that is improper and may not even be legally binding. You need to hire an attorney.

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