Brandon and Kristiana purchased the Century Farm home at 3789 E Mardia Street after the first contract terminated. They needed housing promptly and were ready to proceed when the opportunity reopened. I managed the transaction communication and the change from backup to primary position. The vacant home allowed the purchase to fit their immediate housing need.
What did the buyers need?
They needed a Meridian home promptly after leaving another transaction and were interested in the available Century Farm property.
Why were they in backup position?
Another contract was in the primary position, so their opportunity depended on that transaction ending rather than on displacing an accepted buyer.
What did I personally manage?
I kept Brandon and Kristiana informed and maintained contact while the other contract remained in first position. I could not displace that buyer or promise when the opportunity would open.
When the first buyer fell out, I communicated the change and helped the backup purchase move forward. Staying in touch was the work during the waiting period, not a guarantee of a result.
How did the property help the timeline?
The home was vacant, making access and the buyers’ immediate housing deadline easier to coordinate.
What was the result and advice?
The buyers completed the Mardia purchase. Backup status can preserve an opportunity, but buyers still need to understand the actual contract and timing rather than assume priority rules apply automatically.
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By Chris Budka, Designated Broker, Chris Budka Real Estate.
