Buying guide
How to negotiate when buying a house
Get a better price for property
Show your interest right away
Do your homework
Remember the agent’s working for the seller
Get ready in advance
Make your offer strategically
Limit your conditions
Be flexible
Think about your offer amount carefully
Back your offer up with facts
Go up in small increments
Tailor your offer to the situation
There's an art to negotiating - mastering it could save you thousands.
Get a little personal
Be willing to walk away
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