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

Realtor.com

Remember that in most cases, both you and the sellers are dealing with a move, which is a stressful situation for everyone involved. Making the process more convenient for the seller can bolster your offer. Closing costs.

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16 Tips to Win a Bidding War on a House

The Close

That showed the sellers that my clients were more invested and serious about purchasing the home. Don’t Ask for Seller Concessions In many transactions, asking the seller to cover some of the associated home purchasing costs is customary. But every little concession is important when you’re in a bidding war on a house.

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

HomeLight

They also estimate 1% in seller concessions if you list with them, but there’s no cancellation fee. In normal home sales, many real estate agents are negotiating rent-back periods for home sellers. Opendoor charges a daily rate which is calculated based on: home value, utility costs, and days of rent-back.