In this episode of the Legal Hotline, Washington Realtors® attorney Manny Fitzsimmons walks you through the correct use of Form 36 – the Counter Offer Addendum. Whether you’re a listing broker or a buyer’s agent, you’ll learn how to properly complete lines 3 and 4 to clearly identify parties and avoid costly confusion in your real estate transactions.

Learn who signs as the “undersigned”

Understand how to use the form for both buyers and sellers

Avoid common drafting mistakes that create legal issues

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Starring Annie Fitzsimmons (WR's Legal Hotline Lawyer)

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