You need to review your contract to determine how and if you can get your deposit back.
The earnest money deposit is held in an escrow account until the closing takes place. At closing the earnest money is either credited to your side to add to your down payment or it can be credited back to you in the form of a check. If your deal does not close there are different rules in each state as to how the earnest money will be handled.
We tried in earnest to return the money to its rightful owner, but we were unsuccessful.
The people you are buying the house from can sue you for the earnest money.
ANYTHING or any amount can be used as Earnest Money as this is about the mutual contract between the contracting parties. this is the satisfaction of the seller that on what thing or money he is ready to accept as EARNEST MONEY OR DEPOSIT. this is to secure the transaction and it is the satisfaction of the seller only
He had no money or education, but he did have an earnest desire to prove himself. I thought him a liar at the time, but now I realize that he was in earnest. (archaic)
No.
The Importance of Being Earnest grossed $8,378,141 worldwide.
Earnest money is not taxable if it is forfeited due to a breach of contract by the buyer. However, if the earnest money is applied towards the purchase price of the property, it is typically not taxable. It's always best to consult with a tax professional for specific advice based on your situation.
Earnest.
The Importance of Being Earnest grossed $8,378,141 in the domestic market.
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