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6 Strategies for Representing Buyers in Today’s Market

RIS Media

Agents can help buyers write the very best initial offer by contacting the listing agent to find out their preferred terms for closing dates and occupancy, rent backs if necessary, financing or cash options, so that they can put the best terms in their initial offer. Be relentless and resourceful.

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Buying a House Online? How to Get it Done in 15 Steps

HomeLight

They’ll know whether offering a rent-back period could sweeten the deal, or if it’s more common to pay seller closing costs. Your agent can set you up with MLS access, filtered for your criteria. They worry that the buyer could back out of the sale at the walkthrough if they see something they don’t like.

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Tempted by Those ‘We Buy Houses’ Ads? Weigh the Pros and Cons

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Another big name in the industry uses the common three-word phrase in their brand, “We Buy Houses.” Buyers purchase their branding and marketing system, as well as exclusive rights to a territory. Unlike a normal buyer, they won’t negotiate closing dates, offer a rent back period, or make other concessions.