[quote=SD Realtor]I would challenge ANYBODY here to show me a case where a deposit was made on a short sale and they did not get the deposit back from escrow if they changed their mind during the approval process.[/quote]
I’ve made offers on short sales. Gotten deposits back and sometimes checks were never even cashed. Don’t be hesitant to make an offer on a short sale you like. If you’re patient, you actually have a chance. I was the one that backed out of the ones I made offers on. I think I could’ve gotten them if I wanted, but other opportunities presented.