How long after making an offer to a candidate would you wait before pulling the offer?

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5 business days. I'd rather give enough time to complete all their interviews so I don't get a reneg

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Why are you pulling the offer?

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The longest I've seen a written offer stand for is three days. If potential employee is serious that should be enough time to mull it over.

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A week. It’s fair if the candidate told you up front they’re interviewing and wrapping up interviews.

Why would you even wait?

Is this to offer to another candidate, eg your #2?

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