Send your earnest money
Pay your deposit securely online
Sending your earnest money is quick and secure. Scan the QR code or use the button below to submit your deposit through our online payment portal — no trip to the office required.
The basics
What is earnest money?
Earnest money is a good-faith deposit a buyer submits with an offer to show the seller they're serious about purchasing the property. It's one of the first financial commitments in a Georgia real estate transaction, and it helps strengthen your offer in a competitive market.
Here's how it works in Georgia:
- Held in a separate escrow or trust account until closing
- The purchase agreement names who holds it — often the closing attorney
- No state-set amount; it's negotiated, commonly about 1–3% of the price
- Applied toward your closing costs or down payment at closing
- Refundable if you terminate within your contract's contingencies
- May be forfeited if you default without a valid contractual reason
This is general information about Georgia real estate practice, not legal advice. The specific terms that apply to your deposit always depend on your purchase and sale agreement. If you're unsure, ask us before you send.
How to send
Three steps to submit your deposit
Open the payment portal
Scan the QR code above or click "Pay your deposit" to open our secure online portal.
Enter your details
Create your account and provide the transaction details from your contract, including the property and closing information.
Send securely
Submit your deposit through the portal. Your funds are held in our trust account, and you'll receive confirmation once it's complete.
In trusted hands
A neutral closing attorney you can count on
As your closing attorneys, we act as a neutral third party — holding your earnest money in our trust account and making sure every step of your transaction is handled correctly. Married co-founders Amil and Rhea Johnson have served buyers, sellers, and lenders across Atlanta and Fayetteville since 2007.
Questions about your deposit?
If you're unsure how much to send, who should hold it, or what your contract requires, reach out before you submit. We're glad to help.
