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Let’s Make a Deal! 7 Things You Can Negotiate When Buying a Home—Beyond the Asking Price

Realtor.com

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.

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16 Tips to Win a Bidding War on a House

The Close

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.

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Opendoor vs Offerpad: How Do These Homebuying Companies Match Up?

HomeLight

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.