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What are the Due Diligence Fee and Earnest Money Deposit?

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage 209100



"What do you mean I have to pay two fees?" Realtor Melanie Cameron breaks down the differences between the Due Diligence Fee and Earnest Money Deposit when buying a home, including which ones are credited to the buyer at closing and which one gets refunded if they terminate the contract in a timely manner.

Comments(5)

Leanne Smith
Dirt Road Real Estate - Golden Valley, AZ
The Grit and Gratitude Agent

Sometimes simply explaining the difference helps to bring clarity to the situation.

Jul 01, 2022 08:26 AM
Bill Salvatore - East Valley
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Great advice, enjoy your day and have a wonderful, safe Holiday weekend. Bill

Jul 01, 2022 09:28 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Melanie,

I like your simple explanation of how these two fees differ! Once buyers understand the fees they don't have a problem with it because they are both a benefit! 

Jul 01, 2022 09:39 AM
Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker

Great information, thanks for sharing.  I hope you have a great day.

Jul 03, 2022 04:00 AM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Great information.   Thanks for sharing and enjoy your day!

Oct 11, 2022 07:25 AM