Redfin
JULY 21, 2025
or “Do they need a rent-back?” Their agent is doing due diligence: Timeline questions from a buyer’s agent often mean their client is getting serious and just needs to know the best way to structure the offer. show the buyer is trying to align their plans with yours, not just browsing casually.
Redfin
JULY 30, 2025
In cases where sellers need time after closing, offering flexibility, such as a rent-back arrangement, can make your offer more attractive. Don’t lowball in a hot market Don’t skip pre-approval Don’t overload your offer with contingencies Don’t act impulsively without doing proper due diligence Can I offer 20% below the asking price?
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HomeLight
AUGUST 31, 2021
If the seller has a longer timeline in mind, you could consider sweetening the deal by offering to throw in rent-back — where you allow the seller to continue living in the home for a specified period of time after closing. Due diligence is the time that a buyer has to investigate a property,” explains Bragg.
RIS Media
APRIL 18, 2022
Allowing the seller to rent back for a specified amount of time. Now that you are able to make an offer on the house, make sure you perform some due diligence. Buyers are waiving a home inspection. Buyers are waiving their home appraisal or offering an appraisal gap guarantee. Talk to neighbors.
Real Trends
MARCH 3, 2022
If you have clients that are thinking about offering, keep in mind that the offers we have already received are well above list price, have waived inspection and appraisal, and are willing to honor the Seller’s request of a free 60-day rent-back.”
HomeLight
FEBRUARY 4, 2022
Guide you through the steps of due diligence and inspections. What if you could sweeten the deal for a seller by offering them a rent-back clause ? Provide advice on first-time buyer programs and recommend mortgage lenders. Help you identify possible opportunities for negotiation. And lots more!
Hank Miller Team
FEBRUARY 27, 2022
A rent back? These buyers are the successful ones, the majority take measured risks which they must to be successful. They determined the level of discomfort that they're willing to endure. Is it price? Contingencies? Closing date? It's likely they will have to give on something. What can be done or done better next time?
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