How to Win Your Offer

Buyers

Oct 3

Written By Anne-Marie Mitchell

BID COMPETITIVELY

Research comparable prices
to homes sold in the area
Seek advice from a trusted realtor
Bid with your max price

GAIN THE SELLERS TRUST BY BEING STRAIGHTFORWARD

Present all your documents to the seller with your first offer that makes a seller feel right about you as a buyer. Being transparent with the seller from the beginning by submitting your documents shows you are serious and not just kicking tires.

GET A DISCOUNT BY KEEPING YOUR OFFER CLEAN

Instead of offering a lowball price and asking the seller to pay for closing costs, and repairs add up what you think those will cost you and build it into your original offer.

SHORTER INSPECTION PERIOD

You can make the inspection period shorter to make your offer more attractive.

BE PREPARED FOR CLOSING COSTS

There are transaction fees involved in buying a home. You'll usually pay them at closing, when you transfer money to the seller and the seller transfers ownership of property. Closing costs can add up to 2% to 5% of the value of your home loan

DON’T DRAG YOUR FEET

Especially if it's a seller’s market, you’re going to have to act fast when it comes to scheduling showings and making offers. Even waiting just one day can make you lose your dream home.

Anne-Marie Mitchell