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Idaho RE-11 Addendum (Explained for Home Buyers)

In Idaho real estate, the RE-11 Addendum is a simple but powerful form: it allows the buyer and seller to add, correct, or revise terms of a contract in writing.

Most often, the RE-11 is used to modify the RE-21 Purchase and Sale Agreement after both parties are already under contract. The form itself explains that an addendum is used to add material information to an agreement and/or to change, correct, or revise it. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}


Where the RE-11 Fits (Visual)

1) Offer is written
RE-21 Purchase & Sale Agreement
2) Negotiation happens (if needed)
Often uses RE-13 Counter Offer
3) Mutual acceptance
You are “under contract”
4) Changes during escrow
RE-11 Addendum modifies terms
5) Closing
Final documents + transfer

Simple takeaway: RE-13 is commonly used to negotiate before mutual acceptance. RE-11 is commonly used to change terms after you’re already under contract.


RE-11 at a Glance (Quick Summary)

  • It’s legally binding. The form states it is a legally binding contract. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  • It modifies the underlying agreement. It’s an addendum to the Purchase and Sale Agreement (or another agreement if specified). :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • If it conflicts with the RE-21, the RE-11 controls for that issue. The form says the addendum’s terms control to the extent they modify or conflict, and all other terms remain the same. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
  • It becomes part of the contract. The form states it is made an integral part of the agreement. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
  • Addendums are numbered sequentially. The form notes addendums should be numbered sequentially. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

What Is the RE-11 Addendum?

The RE-11 is the standard Idaho REALTORS® addendum form used to write changes or additions to an existing agreement. The form itself explains that an addendum adds material information and/or changes, corrects, or revises the agreement (including modification, addition, or deletion of a term). :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Think of it like a “contract update” page that both buyer and seller sign.


How the RE-11 Relates to the RE-21

The RE-21 is the main purchase contract. The RE-11 is a tool used to change it in writing.

The RE-11 includes an important priority rule: if the RE-11 modifies or conflicts with the RE-21 (or other referenced documents), then the RE-11 controls for that issue, and everything else stays the same. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

This is why buyers should read every RE-11 carefully—one sentence can change a key deadline or responsibility.


When Is the RE-11 Commonly Used?

In real transactions, the RE-11 is commonly used when something changes after you are already under contract, such as:

  • Extending inspection, financing, appraisal, or closing deadlines
  • Agreeing to repairs, credits, or price adjustments after inspections
  • Changing closing date or possession timing
  • Clarifying items included/excluded (appliances, fixtures, personal property)
  • Adding terms that weren’t in the original agreement
  • Correcting mistakes (typos, missing information, clarification)

Important: the RE-11 is not “casual.” It is a contract change, and once signed, it is enforceable.


What to Look For Before You Sign an RE-11 (Buyer Checklist)

  • What is changing? Identify the exact sentence(s) that modify the deal.
  • Does it change deadlines? A new date can impact inspections, financing, or your ability to terminate.
  • Does it change money? Credits, repairs, concessions, and who pays which costs matter.
  • Does it change your risk? Any wording that removes protections or limits remedies should be reviewed carefully.
  • Is it numbered? Addendums should be numbered sequentially so everyone tracks the “latest” changes. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

RE-11 Addendum FAQ (First-Time Buyer Friendly)

1) Is the RE-11 the same as the RE-13 Counter Offer?

No. The RE-13 is commonly used to negotiate terms during the offer stage. The RE-11 is commonly used to change or add terms after you are already under contract.

2) Can an RE-11 change the RE-21 contract price?

Yes. If both parties agree in writing, an RE-11 can modify price, credits, or other financial terms.

3) If the RE-11 and RE-21 disagree, which one controls?

The RE-11 controls to the extent it modifies or conflicts with the RE-21, and the rest of the RE-21 stays in effect. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

4) Does the RE-11 need to be signed by both parties?

Yes. For it to become part of the contract, it must be executed by both parties. The form states it becomes an integral part of the agreement. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

5) Can an RE-11 extend deadlines?

Yes. This is one of the most common uses—especially for inspections, appraisal, financing, or closing timing.

6) What’s the biggest mistake buyers make with addendums?

Assuming it’s “minor paperwork.” Small wording changes can impact deadlines, money, and risk. Always read the changes line-by-line.

7) How many RE-11s can happen?

As many as needed. That’s why numbering addendums sequentially is important—so everyone knows which change came first and what the current terms are. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}


How These Buyer Documents Fit Together

  1. RE-14 Buyer Representation Agreement (representation begins)
  2. RE-21 Purchase and Sale Agreement (offer / contract)
  3. RE-13 Counter Offer (negotiation tool that modifies offer terms)
  4. RE-11 Addendum (used to add/correct/revise terms during the contract period)

Want Help Reviewing an Addendum Before You Sign?

Addendums are where important changes often happen—deadlines, repairs, credits, and closing timing. If you want someone to explain what an RE-11 changes (and what it might affect), Real Estate Two70 is here to help.

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