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OREF 057: More Than a Transaction Termination Form Not every real estate transaction reaches the closing table. When a transaction comes to an end, it's important to properly document both the termination of the agreement and the handling of the earnest money deposit. OREF 057

In a competitive real estate market, it's not uncommon for a seller to receive another strong offer after already accepting one. Knowing how to properly document a back-up offer—and what happens if the first transaction succeeds or falls apart—is essential for protecting your clients and

Opening escrow involves more than sending over a purchase agreement. OREF Forms 113 and 114 provide escrow with important transaction information, clear compensation instructions, and key contact details to help keep the transaction moving smoothly. In the videos below, we'll explain when to use these

Real estate transactions are driven by deadlines, contingencies, and communication. While much attention is given to the Sale Agreement itself, two of the most frequently used forms in the OREF Residential Library often play a critical role in keeping a transaction on track: OREF 109

A letter of intent can help commercial buyers and sellers determine whether they are aligned on the key terms of a transaction before investing time and resources into negotiating a sale agreement. It provides a framework for describing the most significant points, including purchase price, financing terms,

When a buyer has the right to unconditionally disapprove of a property and terminate a transaction, using the correct form—and delivering it on time—is critical. That’s where OREF 064 – Notice of Buyer’s Unconditional Disapproval comes in.  This form is designed to help buyers properly exercise contingencies that allow unconditional termination,

This training provides a step-by-step walkthrough of OREF 081 – Septic / Onsite Sewage System Addendum. You’ll learn how the form allows buyers to request system information, inspections, and testing, while clearly assigning responsibility for ordering and paying for those services. We’ll cover key sections

This training walks through the Suitability Contingency in Section 12.1 of the OREF 001 – Residential Real Estate Sale Agreement. It explains how the contingency allows buyers to evaluate whether a property meets their specific needs—separate from physical inspections—and provides a clear path for terminating

The 2026 OREF Residential Real Estate Sale Agreement (OREF 001) introduced a new Loan Contingency section, replacing the former financing contingency language.   Under the new structure, the Loan Contingency applies when the buyer selects box (b) in the Financing Type section, indicating they will obtain financing from a third-party lender. The

Oregon Real Estate Forms introduced a stand-alone Appraisal Contingency in the 2026 update to the Residential Real Estate Sale Agreement in response to requests from OREF subscribers.  This change provides buyers with the option to include a contingency requiring the property to appraise for at least the