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Real Estate Purchase Agreement

A Real Estate Purchase Agreement governs the sale and transfer of property ownership between buyer and seller. This playbook covers due diligence, contingencies, and closing mechanics.

Environmental Risk Allocation

Why This Matters: Environmental liabilities can be financially crippling. Early risk identification and clear allocation prevent unforeseen cleanup costs and legal exposure.

Negotiation strategy

If you're the Buyer:

Ensure comprehensive environmental due diligence is conducted before closing. Negotiate for the Seller to cover pre-existing contamination costs and secure indemnities against third-party claims.

If you're the Seller:

Limit liability by clearly defining the scope of pre-existing contamination. Ensure the Buyer assumes responsibility for any new contamination discovered post-closing.

Essential elements

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Due Diligence Requirement

Mandate environmental assessments.
2

Pre-Existing Contamination

Seller's responsibility for prior issues.
3

Remediation Standards

Compliance with environmental laws.

Action framework

ACCEPT

Propose edits if due diligence scope is insufficient or remediation standards are vague.

EDIT

Reject clauses that unfairly allocate all risks to one party.

ADD

Add indemnity clauses for third-party claims and jurisdiction-specific requirements.

PRO TIP

Always consult with environmental experts to tailor clauses to specific property risks and jurisdictional laws.

Real-world examples

FAVORABLE

Comprehensive Due Diligence Clause

"The Parties shall conduct comprehensive environmental due diligence prior to the execution of this Agreement, including Phase I and II assessments."
NEUTRAL

Basic Remediation Clause

"Remediation shall comply with applicable laws and standards."
UNFAVORABLE

Unclear Liability Allocation

"The Buyer and Seller shall mutually agree on remediation responsibilities post-closing."

Alternative scenarios & positions

High-Risk Projects

For properties with known contamination, require detailed risk assessments and consider environmental insurance or escrow for remediation costs.

Jurisdiction-Specific Compliance

Tailor clauses to meet local environmental regulations, consulting with local counsel as needed.

Post-Closing Discoveries

Establish clear protocols for addressing contamination discovered after closing, including cost-sharing mechanisms.

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