# Binding Agreement Date

> The date your Georgia purchase contract becomes final: when the last person signs and that acceptance is delivered to the other side. It's written on the contract.

By David Knorr, founder of BuyWise Home. Last reviewed October 28, 2026. Web page: https://www.buywisehome.com/guide/glossary/binding-agreement-date

## Why it matters to you

Most of your deadlines count from the day after it, including the [due diligence period](https://www.buywisehome.com/guide/glossary/due-diligence-period). If it's a Wednesday and you have 10 days, day 1 is Thursday. Work out your exact deadline with the [deadline calculator](https://www.buywisehome.com/guide/tools/due-diligence-deadline).

## Related

- [Step 5: Make an offer](https://www.buywisehome.com/guide/make-an-offer)
- [Step 6: Due diligence](https://www.buywisehome.com/guide/due-diligence)
- [Due diligence period](https://www.buywisehome.com/guide/glossary/due-diligence-period): The days after signing when, in Georgia, you can walk away for any reason.
- [Earnest money](https://www.buywisehome.com/guide/glossary/earnest-money): A good-faith deposit held in escrow and credited to you at closing.
- [Amendment](https://www.buywisehome.com/guide/glossary/amendment): A signed change to your contract, like a repair credit or more time.

_General information based on the standard Georgia REALTORS® purchase contract and public guidance. Your own contract decides: read it, and ask your agent or closing attorney about anything that matters. Not legal or financial advice._