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OREF 050 – Buyer Representation Agreement
Big News! The OREA has updated its rules to align with HB 4058, which means…
Smart lights, voice assistants & more—what other features are considered ‘smart’?
Q: Section 22 of OREF 001 – Residential Real Estate Sale Agreement requires the seller…
How Section 32 of OREF 001 Helps Calm Buyers Earnest Money Jitters
If your buyer is feeling nervous about depositing earnest money and wondering if it is…
Non-Member MLS Showings: Are Written Commission Confirmations Still Required?
Q: I’ve always been told that I shouldn’t show property exclusively listed in an MLS…
Sellers’ agents, don’t forget to document the offer delivery to your seller!
As a seller’s agent, remember to complete the delivery documentation located just above the seller’s…
Personal property vs. fixtures in OREF Sale Agreements—what’s the difference?
Q: What is the difference between “Personal Property” and “Fixtures” in the OREF Sale Agreements?…
Buyer Sale Agreement Assignments Explained: Why Seller Consent Matters and How to Document It
OREF Sale Agreements require seller consent for buyers to transfer their rights or obligations. The…
OREF C-514 – Letter of Intent
A letter of intent (LOI) is your secret weapon for kicking off a commercial property…
Why Completing Every Section of the Sale Agreement Is Essential
Buyer’s agents should complete all sections of a sale agreement at the time the offer…
Collapsed Septic on Vacant Land: Should You Mark ‘Yes’ & Include OREF 081?
Q: I am working with a buyer preparing to write an offer on a piece…
Closing ‘On or Before’ the Deadline: When & Why You Should Extend in Writing
The closing deadline included in the sale agreement allows for closing to occur “on or…
OREF 112: Can You Waive the 18+ Interpreter Requirement for a 14-Year-Old?
Q: I noticed in OREF 112-Translation Interpretation Services Affidavit that item (b) states that the…
OREF Inspections: When & How Buyers Must Share Reports with Sellers
The language of the Licensed Professional Inspections contingency included in each of the Sale Agreements…
Terminating After Reviewing the Seller’s Property Disclosure: Which OREF Form to Use?
Q: After reviewing a completed OREF 020 – Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement, a buyer…
OREF Forms & Advisories: A Hidden Wealth of Real Estate Insights
Many OREF forms include a wealth of information regarding the topics of the forms and…
Vacation Coverage: How to Document Another Agent Covering for You
Q: If I have another agent working with a buyer for me while I’m on…
Master Your First Meeting: Must-Haves for Impressing Buyers and Sellers
Whether you’re working with sellers or buyers, having a well-prepared and professional presentation is key…
OREF 013 – Assignment & Assumption of Sale Agreement
When assigning a sale agreement to a new buyer or adding an additional buyer, it…
Backup Offers 101: What They Are, How to Proceed, and Whether They’re a Good Idea
Q: A buyer I am working with recently decided to make an offer on a…
When Clients Go Against Your Advice: Protect Yourself, Uphold Your Duties, and Know When to Walk Away
What should you do if your client tells you they’ve decided to take some action…
Private Well Test Shows Safe Levels—Can the Buyer Still Back Out Over Trace Arsenic?
Q: I represent the seller in the sale of a residential property that includes a…
Selling a Home with a Well? Test Early and Use Results for Up to a Year
When listing a property for sale that includes a well supplying groundwater for domestic purposes,…
Fence Encroachment & Section 18(f): Should Sellers Amend or Accept as Is?
Q: My seller has just received an offer on their home. In reviewing the terms…
Before Accepting an Offer: Why You Should Revisit the Seller’s Disclosure
When reviewing a newly received offer to purchase with a seller, it’s a good idea…
OREF 040 – Disclosed Limited Agency Agreement for Sellers + OREF 041 – Disclosed Limited Agency Agreement for Buyers
Using Disclosed Limited Agency forms (OREF 040 + OREF 041) offers clients transparency and confidence…
Strengthen Your Buyer’s Offer: Provide Proof of Funds & Pre-Approvals Up Front!
To strengthen your buyer’s offer, always include as much information as possible along with the…
Cash Offers & Proof of Funds: What Meets the ‘Objectively Reasonable’ Standard?
Q: I represent a seller who has received a cash offer. The buyer has…
Day 9, No Response: How to Handle Silence on a Buyer’s Repair Addendum
Q: I represent a homebuyer on an offer the seller has accepted. We agreed to…
VA Loans & Non-Allowable Fees: How to Give Sellers the Details They Need
When representing a buyer who is getting a VA loan and requesting the seller to…
Special Fire District Tax: Do You Check ‘Is’ in Section 42 of the Sale Agreement?
Q: I’m preparing an offer for a buyer on a home where the assessor’s office…
Tax Assessment Changes: Why Buyers Should Check with the County Assessor Before Making an Offer
Counties may change the assessed value of a piece of property if a recent sale…
OREF 003 – Sellers Counteroffer & OREF 004 – Buyers Counteroffer
Counteroffers (OREF 003 and OREF 004) make negotiations smoother and easier by providing clear, hassle-free…
Set Sellers Up for Success: Provide a Sample Sale Agreement & Use OREF 000A Early
When you begin working with a seller, it’s helpful to provide them with a sample…
Pending HOA Assessment: Where Else Should Sellers Disclose It in the Offer Process?
Q: I currently have an active listing – we have not yet received an offer….
Buyers Agent Fees: Don’t Forget to Clarify Payment Obligations During Negotiations
During negotiations, be sure to explain to your buyer how much, if any, of the…
Buyer Rep Clarity: Ensuring Buyers Understand They Don’t Pay Fees Already Covered by the Seller
Q: How do I make sure the Buyer Representation Agreement clearly outlines that if a…
Two Buyers, One Area: Is Dual Agency Disclosure Required?
Q: Do I need to disclose the existence of dual agency if I have two…
Double Trouble: Why Representing Two Buyers on One Property Creates Conflict
While permitted by Oregon statute, representing two separate buyer clients who are attempting to purchase…
Listing Agent Requests Your Buyer Rep Agreement—Must You Provide It?
Q: A listing agent is requesting a copy of my Buyer Representation Agreement. Am I…
Client Confidentiality: What You Can and Can’t Share in a Real Estate Transaction
Remember to keep confidential all information about your client and any documents they have signed,…
OREF 081 – Septic Onsite Sewage System Addendum
Based on subscriber feedback, the OREF 081—Septic Onsite Sewage System Addendum was revised earlier this…
Agents, Don’t Fill Out Seller’s Property Disclosures—Avoid Liability Risks
Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement. Users can help sellers understand the questions, but must not help…
Material Terms & Breach in OREF Forms: What Does ‘Material’ Really Mean?
Q: I see references in the OREF forms to “material terms” or “material breach.” what…
Seller Presentation Must-Haves: Key Items to Include for a Successful Pitch
Q: Do you have a list of suggested items to include in seller presentations? A:…
Well & Septic Inspections: Key Timelines & Addendums You Can’t Overlook
Well and septic system inspections have timelines different from the standard inspection period. It’s important…
Seller Disclosures in OREF C-501: Are They Required for Commercial Properties?
Q: I noticed questions about disclosure-type items in OREF C-501 – Commercial Sale Agreement in…
Buyer Privacy Alert: Silence Is Key in Homes with Recording Devices
In addition to using OREF 102 – Advisory to Buyer Recording Devices May Be Present,…
OREF 050 – Buyer Representation Agreement – Exclusive
We know we’ve discussed the OREF 050 — Buyer Representation Agreement — Exclusive before, but…
Buyer Rep Agreements & Lenders: Early Communication Matters
Encourage your buyer to discuss their Buyer Representation Agreement with their lender as early as…
Seller Modified OREF 048—Is the Buyer Still Committed to the Purchase?
Q: My buyer’s offer included OREF 048 – Seller Contributions Addendum, asking the seller to…
LBP Contingency: Can a Buyer Terminate Without a Risk Assessment?
Q: Can a buyer terminate based on the LBP contingency without having a risk assessment…
Drafting an Addendum: Why You Should Use the Term ‘Sale Agreement’ for Clarity
When drafting an Addendum to the Sale Agreement, using “Agreement” or “Sale Agreement” to refer…
Switching Lenders After a Pre-Approval: Can Buyers Change for a Better Rate?
Q: If my buyer provided a pre-approval letter with their offer, can they switch lenders…
SkySlope Mobile Update: Send Buyer Representation Agreements on the Go!
Good news for SkySlope users! You can now create and send a Buyer Representation Agreement…
Want Personal Property Included in the Sale? Put It in the Sale Agreement!
If the buyer would like to ensure specific personal property is included in the sale,…
Deed vs. Contract at Closing: Understanding Section 1 of the Sale Agreement
Q: What is the difference between the seller providing a deed or contract at closing,…
Capitalized Terms in OREF Forms: Definitions Matter for Clarity
Anytime you see a word capitalized in any OREF form, there is a definition for…
OREF 018 – Advisory to Seller Regarding Lead-Based Paint
Introducing the new OREF 018—Advisory to Seller Regarding Lead-Based Paint! This essential form helps you…
Helping Visually Impaired Clients: OREF Forms Now Available in Large Font
Do you have a client who is visually impaired? The OREF Residential Library is now…
Vacation Coverage: Essential Forms to Document Another Agent Covering for You
Q: If I have another agent working with a buyer for me while I’m on…
Ending a Buyer Representation Agreement: The Best Approach for a Smooth Termination
Q: What is the best way to terminate a Buyer Representation Agreement? A: Both OREF…
Handling Addendum Rejections: Best Practices for Clear Documentation
If a buyer or seller does not agree to an addendum presented to them, they…
Protecting Buyers from Interest Rate Spikes: How to Set a Rate Cap in Financing Terms
If your buyer is concerned about drastic changes in interest rates, you may want to…
Buyer Representation Presentation: Must-Have Forms for a Strong Start
Q: What are the best forms to include in a buyer representation presentation? A: With…
OREF 048 – Seller Contributions Addendum
OREF 048 – Seller Contributions Addendum, allows a buyer to effectively request and track seller…
One Buyer, Multiple Areas: Defining Territory in a Buyer Representation Agreement
If a Buyer is looking for property in multiple areas throughout the state and working…
OREF 054 & Insurance Certificates: Can the Seller Send It to the Buyer’s Agent Instead?
Q: OREF 054 – Agreement to Occupy After Closing states the seller must provide a…
Termination Agreement: Why It Doesn’t Include the Reason for Termination
Q: Why doesn’t the Termination Agreement list the reason for termination? A: OREF 057—Termination Agreement was…
OREF 048 – Seller Contributions Addendum: When & How to Use It Effectively
OREF 048 – Seller Contributions Addendum is now available to be used to negotiate seller-paid…
OREF 050 – Buyer Representation Agreement – Exclusive
With the passing of House Bill 4058 and the proposed NAR settlement, our form, OREF…
Completing OREF 020: Don’t Forget to Indicate Attached Pages for Clarity
When filling out OREF 020 – Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement, make sure the seller has…
Introducing OREF 050A: The New Addendum for Modifying Buyer Representation Agreements
Our new form, OREF 050A – Buyer Representation Agreement Addendum, can be used for modifying…
Sharing Blank OREF Forms: Can Subscribers Provide Them to Unrepresented Buyers?
Q: Can an OREF subscriber share blank forms with an unlicensed/unrepresented buyer on behalf of…
OREF 023 Retired: Use OREF 110 for Notifying Buyers of Completed Repairs
OREF 023 – Notice of Completion of Repairs/Corrective Action has officially been retired. Sellers should…
Seller’s Responsibilities for Well Testing: What You Need to Know
Q: What are the seller’s obligations regarding well testing? A: If a property being sold…
Dual Buyer Representation Agreements: Is the Buyer on the Hook for Two Commissions?
Q: A buyer has signed an exclusive Buyer Representation Agreement with agent 1 for one…
Seller’s Disclosure Obligations: What Must Be Shared, Even Without a Formal Statement?
Even if a transaction is excluded from requiring a Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement, the seller…
Oregon Real Estate Forms announces new platform provider, Mosaik.
Oregon Real Estate Forms (OREF), a leading provider of real estate transaction forms, is thrilled…
OREF 047 – Advisory Regarding Real Estate Compensation
In light of recent legal developments, creating transparency and eliminating confusion around compensation is more…
Defining ‘Extraordinary Events’ in the OREF 096 Addendum
Q: What is considered an ‘extraordinary event’ in the OREF 096 – Extraordinary Event Addendum?…
Selling a Home with a Woodstove? Here’s What You Need to Know
If a property contains an Uncertified Woodstove/Wood-Burning fireplace insert, Oregon law generally requires the device…
How to Renew Your zipForm® Subscription Hassle-Free
Steps for Renewing Your zipForm® Subscription: 1. Click “renew all” which should cost a total of…
Why Well Tests Aren’t Covered in OREF 064 – Notice of Unconditional Disapproval
Q: Why are well tests not addressed on OREF 064 – Notice of Unconditional Disapproval?…
Unsure About Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements? Your Local Fire Department Can Help!
If your buyer or seller is unsure of the specific Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm…
Lender Delays Closing—Who Gets the Earnest Money?
Q: If the transaction doesn’t close by the closing deadline agreed upon due to the…
OREF 022A & 022B: What Happens When a Repair Addendum Is Rejected?
When using OREF 022A & 022B – Buyer and Seller Repair Addenda, remember that when…
OREF 101 & C-555 – Offer Summary
The property buying and selling process is not short on paperwork. With such a high…
Writing an Offer on a Rental Property? Don’t Forget the OREF 070 Investment Property Addendum!
If a buyer is purchasing a property that is currently being used as, has previously…
Need to Edit Your Trust Fund Name in SkySlope? Tips & Tricks Inside!
Not sure how to edit your Trust funds name in your file on Skyslope? View…
Confused About Which OREF Sale Agreement to Use? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Q: I need help understanding when to use different versions of the OREF Sale Agreements….
Moving Firms? Update Your Email for Uninterrupted Access!
If you move firms, you can reach out to our subscriber service team and we…
Understanding the Closing Deadline in OREF Sale Agreements: Key Consideration
The Closing Deadline in the OREF Sale Agreements is the final date by which closing…
ZipForm® Users: Enhance Your Skills with Our Step-by-Step Tutorials!
Attention Zipform Users: Are you looking for training on how to utilize Zipforms platform better?…
Why Reviewing the Seller Representations Section Is Crucial
Sellers should thoroughly review the Seller Representations section of the sale agreement. If any information…
OREF Responds to Sitzer/Burnett Verdict & NAR Settlement: Forms Update Coming Soon
OREF continues engaging in industry conversations surrounding the Sitzer/Burnett verdict and NAR settlement. Our task…
What Happens If a Buyer Can’t Obtain Homeowners Insurance?
Q: What if a buyer is unable to obtain homeowners insurance on a property they…
OREF 112 – Translation and Interpretation Services Affidavit
From contracts to client communications, the property buying and selling process involves a lot of…
Need to Revise an Agreed Upon Document? Here’s the Proper Way to Do It
If any revisions need to be made to a document after it has been agreed…
When to Use OREF 056: Buyer’s Notice of Revocation & Refund Demand
OREF 056 – Buyer’s Notice to Seller of Revocation and Demand for Refund: This form…
OREF 046: Why There’s No ‘Unknown’ Option for Woodstove Certification
Q: On OREF 046 – Woodstove/Wood-Burning Fireplace Insert Addendum, why isn’t there an ‘unknown’ option…
ZipForm® Tip: How to Enter Text in Number-Only Fields
Are you a Zipforms user who has ever needed to input text into designated number…
OREF 020: Why Full Disclosure Is Always the Best Policy for Sellers
OREF 020 – Seller’s Property Disclosure Statements: If your seller asks if they should disclose…
OREF Deadlines & Business Days: Check the 2024 Holiday List for How Transactions are Impacted
Not sure what might be considered a business day regarding a deadline in the OREF…
Tip of the Week: OREF 042 – Initial Agency Disclosure Pamphlet
OREF 042 – Initial Agency Disclosure Pamphlet: This form must be delivered to prospective parties…
Dear Forms Committee: What is the best way to determine who is responsible for paying any applicable HOA transfer fee?
Q: What is the best way to determine who is responsible for paying any applicable…
OREF C-558 – Broker of Record Agreement
Are you a Commercial Principal Broker who has been contacted by an out-of-state agent requesting…
Tip of the Week: Appraisal Ordering
Appraisal Ordering: OREF Sale Agreements state the buyer must authorize the lender to order the…
Dear Forms Committee: In OREF 083-Buyer’s Contingent Right to Purchase Addendum, why is the buyer not able to waive the contingency?
Q: In OREF 083-Buyer’s Contingent Right to Purchase Addendum, why is the buyer not able…
Tech Tip: Do you ever see the “Update Form” message in SkySlope and wonder what that means for your transaction?
Do you ever see the “Update Form” message in SkySlope and wonder what that means…
Tip of the Week: OREF 054 – Agreement to Occupy After Closing
OREF 054 – Agreement to Occupy After Closing: When preparing the Agreement to Occupy, make…
Dear Forms Committee: If my buyer’s offer is contingent on the closing of their property, which is already in escrow, do I still use OREF 083 – Buyer’s Contingent Right to Purchase Addendum?
Q: If my buyer’s offer is contingent on the closing of their property, which is…
Tip of the Week: OREF 064 – Notice of Unconditional Disapproval
Although a buyer may be entitled to send the seller an OREF 064 – Notice…
Dear Forms Committee: In the OREF Sale Agreements, does the buyer need to include funds from a lender in the Buyer Representation of Funds section?
Q: In the OREF Sale Agreements, does the buyer need to include funds from a…
REALTORⓇ Guides — OREF 000 Residential & C-500 Commercial
This month’s highlight is the key that unlocks the benefits of all the other forms….
Dear Forms Committee: What does “Time is of the essence” mean in OREF Sale Agreements?
Q: What does “Time is of the essence” mean in OREF Sale Agreements? A: Every…
Tip of the Week: Identifying a proper contingency
Identifying a proper contingency: You see a lot of contingencies throughout your business. Here are…
Dear Forms Committee: In OREF 054 – Agreement to Occupy After Closing, is day one considered the date of closing or the day after closing?
Q: In OREF 054 – Agreement to Occupy After Closing, is day one considered the…
Dear Forms Committee: Can you please help clarify if the seller is responsible for repairs proposed on the Seller’s Repair Addendum if the buyer did not accept it before the inspection deadline?
Q: Can you please help clarify if the seller is responsible for repairs proposed on…
OREF 050 – Buyers Representation Agreement
You’ve heard about the NAR litigation over buyer compensation. More litigation (and possibly regulation) is…
Dear Forms Committee: Can you please help clarify the purchase price when there are multiple counteroffers involved?
Dear Forms Committee, In Seller’s Counteroffer No. 1, the seller countered the buyers’ offer with…
Dear Forms Committee: In OREF 050 – Buyer Representation Agreement, what exactly do lines 46 & 47 mean?
Lines 46 & 47 mean that before the agent receives compensation from more than one…
Tech Tip: How To Add An Association In SkySlope
To add a new association or library in SkySlope, follow these steps: From your SkySlope…
Dear Forms Committee: In the OREF Residential Sale Agreement, should lines 81 and 87 be checked/filled in if the seller provides financing?
No, Section 4.B does not apply in this situation, and those boxes should not be…
Dear Forms Committee: I would like some additional questions added to OREF 020-Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement – who can I send those to?
The questions on OREF 020 – Sellers Property Disclosures are straight from a statute –…
OREF C-539 – Buyer’s Notice of Termination
In a perfect world, all parties would agree to all aspects of a commercial transaction….
Dear Forms Committee: A seller agreed to a pest control treatment requiring insulation removal, but doesn’t want to pay to reinstall new insulation…(read more)
Section 14 (4) of the Sale Agreement includes the seller’s representation that, when the buyer…
Dear Forms Committee: In OREF-083 Buyers Contingent Right to Purchase Addendum, what is the purpose of the property being listed in “Bumpable” status, and at what point is it considered “Pending”?
The OREF-083 Buyers Contingent Right to Purchase Addendum was created to allow a buyer, who…
Tech Tip: How To Select A Library In SkySlope
To view forms from a singular library in SkySlope, follow these steps: From your SkySlope…
Dear Forms Committee: I have a signed listing, but it is excluded from the MLS. The buyer’s agent and brokerage want some written confirmation of BAC from the seller. What is the best way to provide that?
A multiple listing service is not just a detailed list of properties that are for…
OREF 064 – Notice of Buyer’s Unconditional Disapproval
What’s the opposite of unconditional love? In the real estate realm, it just might be…
Dear Forms Committee: Why isn’t there an option for possession at recording in the OREF sale agreements?
Since there is no consistent communication medium in every transaction, there is no way…
Tech Tip: How to Create Templates in SkySlope
Create a template in SkySlope by following these steps: Log in to SkySlope: skyslope.com/forms-login Select the…
Dear Forms Committee: Are there different time periods for inspection contingencies and other types of due diligence contingencies in OREF C-501 – Commercial Sale Agreement?
In OREF C-501 – Commercial Sale Agreement, the inspection and due diligence period are the…
Dear Forms Committee: If the septic tank pumping/cleaning and inspection happen on the same day, when does the 10-day inspection period start?
If the seller is performing pre-inspection services, under lines 30-32 of OREF 081 – Septic…
OREF C-551 – Notice of Default
No one wants anything to go wrong with a commercial sale. In a perfect scenario,…
Dear Forms Committee: If I represent the buyer and the seller is unrepresented, should I fill out the offer presentation line of the Sale Agreement when I present my buyer’s offer to the seller?
In instances where the seller is not represented, there is no requirement for an agent…
Dear Forms Committee: The seller’s agent is asking me to provide the seller with a copy of the home inspection report. Do I have to provide it?
According to Section 10 of OREF – 001 Residential Real Estate Sale Agreement, if the buyer…
Dear Forms Committee: The title company is asking for a commission form, is there one I can send them?
First, check with your brokerage to see if they have a specific in-house form they…
OREF 109 & 110 – Notice from Buyer to Seller & Notice from Seller to Buyer
Sometimes certain conditions arise — failure of financing contingency; objections to title; etc. —…
Dear Forms Committee: If my buyer is writing an offer contingent on funds received from the sale of an existing property, what forms should be included?
If the buyer’s purchase of the property is contingent upon the buyer obtaining funds from…
The US Ninth Circuit Court decided that Oregon’s law prohibiting the recording of conversations without permission is unconstitutional.
In July, the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court (a Federal court with the power to interpret…
SkySlope Users: What does the “Update Now” banner mean when accessing a form?
Where will you see this notification? When you open a form for editing from a…
Dear Forms Committee: Why do OREF forms use the term “agent” to describe the Realtor® in a transaction instead of “broker?”
There are several reasons that OREF has taken this approach when creating and revising our…
Dear Forms Committee: What tests must the seller perform when selling a property with a well?
Oregon law requires that the seller have the well tested for arsenic, nitrates, and total…
OREF 070 – Investment Property Addendum
Need a checklist to keep track of the basic due diligence items for your investment…
Dear Forms Committee: What are contingencies, and why aren’t there more contingencies?
The OREF Residential Real Estate Sale Agreement has a number of built-in contingencies: the receipt…
Dear Forms Committee: I heard that silence is no longer approval of property condition in the commercial sale agreement. Is that true?
Yes. In previous versions of the OREF Commercial Sale Agreement, if the buyer didn’t provide…
Dear Forms Committee: How do I calculate the buyer revocation period for OREF 020 – Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement?
Under the terms of the real estate sale agreement (see Section 13 of OREF – 001 Residential…
Dear Forms Committee: Why don’t the OREF Sale Agreements state the exact requirements for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors?
The smoke/carbon monoxide detector section of the OREF Sale Agreements (Section 19 of OREF 001…
Dear Forms Committee: Does the OREF Sale Agreement state that the buyer gets possession of the property once the deed is recorded?
Section 31.1 of OREF 001 Residential Real Estate Sale Agreement provides specific options for when…
Dear Forms Committee: What does “unconditional disapproval” mean in the OREF Sale Agreements?
The term “unconditional disapproval” is used many times throughout the OREF Sale Agreements. To disapprove…
OREF C-517 – Copyright Transfer Agreement
Real estate isn’t the first industry you think of when considering copyright agreements since it…
Dear Forms Committee: Do the same obligations survive termination that survive closing? What about earnest money?
No, the list of things that survive termination differs from those that survive closing. In…
Dear Forms Committee: What is considered ‘Notice’ in the OREF Sale Agreement?
“Notice” is defined in the OREF Sale Agreement as a written statement delivered using the…
Dear Forms Committee: If the seller would like to accept an offer after the offer expiration, is a standard addendum sufficient to extend the offer expiration date?
Yes, if the addendum covers both the extension and the acceptance, and everyone signs and…
OREF 050 – Buyers Representation Agreement
Who doesn’t appreciate clarity? Your buyers certainly will when they’re looking to understand exactly how…
Dear Forms Committee: What could a buyer object to in a title report?
Encroachments, liens, access problems, or CC&R limitations are a few examples of items that might…
Dear Forms Committee: What happens if one party believes the other party is in default under the terms of the OREF Sale Agreement?
The OREF Sale Agreement doesn’t lock the parties into using certain forms, responses, and deadlines…
Dear Forms Committee: What is the purpose of Sections 7.1 and 7.2 in the OREF Residential Sale Agreement if they don’t require anybody to do anything?
OREF forms do more than specify rights and duties: they serve as a valuable guide…
Dear Forms Committee: Do I need to disclose dual agency if I have two buyers looking for a similar property in the same area?
Under Oregon law, a buyer’s agent may show properties in which their buyer is interested…
Dear Forms Committee: Which obligations of the parties in the Sale Agreement survive closing?
Generally, the Sale Agreement is presumed to be fulfilled or” performed” at closing. This is…
OREF 096 – Extraordinary Event Addendum
Not sure what to do when an unforeseen event impacts your sale? This form helps…
Dear Forms Committee: How does the financing contingency protect my client using the OREF Sale Agreement?
Per Sections 5.1 and 5.2 of the OREF 001 – Residential Sale Agreement, the transaction…
Dear Forms Committee: Can a contract be withdrawn orally?
In Oregon (as in many other states): an offer can be withdrawn if it has…
Dear Forms Committee: Preliminary Title Report
There should not be an automatic extension for every supplemental Preliminary Title Report. Often, a…
Dear Forms Committee: Is there a difference between State and Federal Holidays?
Yes, the state of Oregon has not adopted all federal holidays. A list of state…
Dear Forms Committee: Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
Federal law states that a buyer cannot be obligated to purchase a home built before 1978 unless (1)…
OREF 107 – Referral Fee Agreement
Even in the modern world of online reviews, people love and trust a good referral….
OREF 108 – Advisory and Instructions Regarding Real Estate Purchase and Sale Forms
The notion of completing a real estate deal with a handshake may be an appealing…
Dear Forms Committee: Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement
The Seller's Property Disclosure Statement is a statutory form, and the legislature wrote the questions...
OREF 000 – Guide to Using OREF Residential Library Forms
Looking for a handy guide to all the OREF forms? This document provides a reference…
OREF Announces New Subscriber Benefit
SkySlope to provide digital disclosure solution, Breeze, to Oregon Real Estate Forms, LLC (OREF)…
OREF 101 – Offer Summary
Have you ever wanted to provide some basic information from an offer but didn’t want…
OREF Announces New Commercial Library
You work hard for your clients; we work hard for you. Oregon Real Estate Forms…
OREF 000A – Things to Know Before You Sign
This month’s selection is our Thanksgiving gift to you – one that should help make…
Spanish Translation Forms Now Available
All OREF forms are now available in both Spanish and English. The new Spanish translation…
OREF 106 – Advisory Regarding Tenant-Occupied Property
Selling your property is typically an involved process – even more so when you’re a…
OREF 043 – Electronic Funds Advisory
Have you ever been a victim of online fraud? Even if you’ve been fortunate enough…
OREF 105 – Solar Panel System Advisory & Addendum
July may have you thinking of bright sunny days and vacations spent soaking up those…
Did You Know? OREF 040 & 041 – Disclosed Limited Agency
Welcome to OREF’s first installment of our Did You Know Series. This series provides additional…
Introducing the New CEO of OREF Melissa Peterson
Oregon Real Estate Forms, LLC (OREF) is proud to announce that Melissa Peterson has been…