Farm Island

[Major]

Originally Posted by TiltonBB

Sellers aren’t obligated to accept any offer on their property—no matter how much money it’s for

It's perfectly legal for the seller to reject a full-price offer, or indeed any offer (unless the reasons are discriminatory). For example, sellers in a hot market who are expecting to sell for over asking will likely counter a full-price offer—even one without contingencies.

That's true, but the seller may be obligated to pay his agent a commission fee based on the listing agreement. Presenting a buyer that is willing to pay the listed amount with no conditions may trigger a commission payment clause.

[TheTimeTraveler]

Originally Posted by Major

That's true, but the seller may be obligated to pay his agent a commission fee based on the listing agreement. Presenting a buyer that is willing to pay the listed amount with no conditions may trigger a commission payment clause.

This is true in New Hampshire and I believe 48 other states. I think Massachusetts is the only state where a commission is due only when the transaction is 100% complete.