Redfin

AUGUST 4, 2025

Be ready to: Go into the negotiation expecting a back-and-forth exchange, and always expect the seller to counter your offer Adjust other terms like closing, contingencies, or personal property included in the sale If possible, be flexible when it comes to timing. Also ask yourself: Are you flexible on the closing date?

Earnest money deposit

Realtor.com

DECEMBER 10, 2020

But even in a seller’s market, there are myriad opportunities to negotiate, from requesting home repairs to offering a speedy closing. Tailoring your offer to meet the holistic needs of the seller is usually the best strategy getting your offer accepted,” says Ryan Dibble , chief operating officer of real estate startup Flyhomes.

Closing costs

HomeLight

APRIL 17, 2024

Both promise to buy your home for cash, and close quickly. This enables you to skip many of the typical hassles of selling a house (repairs, showings, open houses), and close in as little as 10 days. They also offer a home listing option for home sellers. Like Opendoor, they also offer a home listing option for sellers.

Seller concession

The Close

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Ensure Your Client Has Loan Pre-approval Many sellers are anxious to get to the closing table quickly, which drives many to cash buyers , even for a lower price. That showed the sellers that my clients were more invested and serious about purchasing the home. That way, you can give them the time to move stress-free.

Pre-approval