the seller, not for me". I am not having a go at real estate agents here, because legally they must act for the vendor -- I just don't want you to forget it! Below are links to more information on the most common clauses, but here are three key points about these topic you must know. 1. Be assertive Most real estate agents expect the buyer (you) to behave and accept whatever wording they insert for you. They see themselves as the expert and don't expect you to understand the intricacies of offer conditions. And I must warn you that they often don't cope well at all with an educated buyer. They may make comments like "that is a standard condition in this State, you can't change it". The agent may insist you can't change the wording, or say you will lose the property unless you sign the paperwork. If they do this, the following strategy is useful. Have the agent clearly explain the cooling off period and take notes. Be very clear about what you have to do to cool off, ie. cancel the sale. Repeat this to the agent with words like "So I must get back to you in writing by 5pm on Wednesday". Then have your solicitor check the contract within the cooling off period. If your solicitor suggests any changes then tell the agent to insert the changes you want, or you will cool off and cancel the sale. 2. Beware the selling agent who