What is the process of getting earnest money back?

Question

we were not approved for finance and we are in the process of getting our money back. I would like to know what the process is and how long does getting your earnest money take.

Answer 1

was that written into your sales agreement as a condition of sale? if not you may not get it back.

Answer 2

If you were working with a Realtor, they will have a handle on it. Depending on what the circumstances were, you could get it back within a week.

Answer 3

Buyer subject to financing addendum should be in place to release earnest money. Escrow agent releases funds upon request and signing of both parties.