Contract Conversations
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Contract Conversations is a video series designed to provide a quick walk-through of the common Arizona REALTORS® contracts and related forms. Each contract or form will feature a break down of the form (or sections) for quick absorption.
Due Diligence
In this month’s Contract Conversation, watch Jim Sexton and Stacey Onnen discuss what could be the most important time during the real estate transaction.
Solar Addendum
Earlier this year, Arizona REALTORS® announced its latest form to join the extensive library of transaction forms; the Solar Addendum. In this month’s Contract Conversation, learn from Jon Kichen and Tara Rutkowski why the form was developed and what differences there are between this contract and the previously utilized Solar Lease / Solar Loan Assumption Addendum.
Additional Clause Addendum
(updated July 2025)
Join Arizona REALTORS® Associate Counsel Wendy Shaw and Gary Nelson of Realty Executives for a discussion on the Additional Clause Addendum. You’ll learn about useful clauses like the Backup Contract, Appraisal Contingency Waiver, and Tax-Deferred Exchange, and get a clear understanding of how these forms are used in various real estate scenarios.
H.O.A. Condominium/Planned Community Addendum
Special guest Sally Ireland talks with Assistant CEO and General Counsel Scott Drucker about the HOA Addendum and highlights specific areas of the contract to be especially careful with during this special two-part series.
Part 1 (Video: 18:00)
Part 2 (Video: 12:00)
Real Estate Agency Disclosure & Election / aka READE FORM
(updated July 2025)
Explore the Real Estate Agency Disclosure and Election (READE) form with Arizona REALTORS® Associate Counsel Wendy Shaw and Gary Nelson of Realty Executives in this video. The conversation covers key elements of the form, including the difference between representation and compensation, as well as the important topic of dual agency.
Buyer Contingency Addendum
(updated July 2025)
Arizona REALTORS® Associate Counsel Wendy Shaw and Gary Nelson of Realty Executives discuss the ins-and-outs of the Buyer Contingency Addendum. They break down key sections, including contingencies for closing on a buyer’s property and what to do if a buyer hasn’t yet received an offer.
Seller Compensation Addendum
(added July 2025)
Arizona REALTORS® Associate Counsel Wendy Shaw and Gary Nelson of Realty Executives discuss the Seller Compensation Addendum. The conversation covers extremely important information on how the addendum promotes transparency and allows for direct negotiation between agents and sellers.
Buyer Broker Agreement to Show Property
(added July 2025)
Watch Arizona REALTORS® Associate Counsel Wendy Shaw and Gary Nelson of Realty Executives as they give a breakdown of the Buyer Broker Agreement to Show Property. In this video, they explain the purpose of this non-exclusive, one-page agreement and how it allows a buyer and agent to work together before committing to a formal, exclusive contract.
The Cure Notice
Pam Frestedt and Michael Hofstetter discuss when to use the AAR Cure Notice.
What Is Curable? (Video: 12:08)
Cure Notice Basics (Video: 13:57)
Buyer’s Inspection Notice & Seller’s Response
Laura Mance and John Mijac walk you through the BINSR, giving you tips and best practices to help make this part of the transaction as smooth as possible.
BINSR Part 1 (Video 7:15)
BINSR Part 2 (Video 6:00)
AAR Residential Resale Purchase Contract
Join Jim Sexton and Stacey Onnen as they discuss sections of the contract with personal anecdotes and best practices.
Buyer Attachment & Property (Video 8:58)
Financing (Video 8:59)
Title & Escrow (Video 5:01)
Disclosure (Video 6:54)
Warranties (Video 5:05)
Due Diligence (Video 26:44)
Remedies (Video 7:46)
Additional Terms and Conditions (Video 11:37)
Seller Acceptance (Video 4:17)
AAR Vacant Land/Lot Purchase Contract
Holly Mabery and Jan Leighton walk you through the vacant land purchase contract.
Attention Buyer & Property (Video: 14:28)
Disclosures (Video: 9:18)
Title and Escrow (Video: 8:47)
Financing (Video: 6:28)
Warranties (Video: 4:17)