Consider the following scenario: You finally found a house that makes your heart skip a beat--it's in the right location and has everything you want. Price is the only thing that keeps you from making an offer, because you feel that it is more than you can afford. How can you maximize the possibility that the owners will accept an offer that is lower than their asking price?
The first thing you should do is to make the offer as "clean" as possible by not asking for special contingencies. Get as close to the list price as you can (keeping in mind what your financial situation requires), and avoid demanding minor repairs or cosmetic items. Be as flexible as possible about scheduling closing and your move-in date to accommodate the seller's plans. Finally, you can offer a larger-than-usual deposit to persuade the sellers that you are a serious buyer and to make it harder for them to "just say no". Each situation is different, but the "cleaner" the offer, the more likely the sellers are to accept it. Contact us for more negotiating tips at 882-7210.
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