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Comment by pj_mukh | Hacker News Reader

So amazing! Strongly considering using this for my next purchase. Two quick questions:

a) How do offer + contingencies work (contingent on financing, home inspection etc.), will a human immediately have to get involved when any contingencies are involved?

b) Your service will text the sellers agent, and get me the lockbox number so I can tour a property myself without having to schedule with a buyers agent? Just that service alone would be amazing

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a) When you draft an offer, the contingencies are fairly standard w/r/t mortgage, inspection, title, insurance, etc. Realtors use standard language here to cover these on the offer form, we use the California Association of Realtors Residential Purchase Agreement form, which is the standard offer form.

b) Yes. Technically, a licensed agent has to open the door, but ours will stand outside.

First -- congratulations on your launch!

I'm curious about b). If you are sending a licensed agent to the property, wouldn't the typical buyer want the benefit of their knowledge?

Personally, not a huge fan of the cartel. On the other hand, I have worked with agents who have saved me tons of time & money by spotting problems before inspection. If the agent is going to be present, it seems logical to have them contribute their knowledge.

An agent will still look at the property and provide a check/advice, so you wouldn't miss out on that benefit if you use our service. Regarding point b), while we send a licensed agent to the property, we understand that different buyers have different preferences. Some may want to fully leverage the agent's expertise, while others might prefer a more hands-off approach. We believe in giving clients the flexibility to choose their level of engagement.

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