As a home seller, you’ll find yourself faced with many decisions to make during the home selling process. When you start receiving offers on your property, you may feel pressured into accepting, however, the power lies with you as a seller on when to accept or deny an offer letter.
If a home seller receives a "lowball" offer to purchase, they may submit an instant rejection. Lowball offer letter may indicate a buyer who wants to text the flexibility of a home seller on the price of their home. It may also indicate a homebuyer who doesn’t have the means to properly approach the purchase of the property.
Establishing realistic property selling expectations is a must for home sellers. Setting a competitive initial asking price for your home, you can reduce the likelihood of getting lowball offers on your home. This puts you ahead of competition and may reduce possible stressors often associated with home selling.
When a home seller receives multiple offers for their residence, there is no need to rush the decision to accept or deny proposals. Instead, a seller should evaluate each offer closely and use info at their disposal to determine the best course of action.
When listing in a buyer’s market, many properties are available in comparison to buyers, so competition is fiercer. Conversely, if a seller lists a home in a seller's market, more buyers are on the market than listings, so purchase proposals may be more plentiful.
Sometimes, a home seller who can afford to be patient may decide to reject a purchase offer even in a buyer's market. If they wait for the real estate market conditions to change, they may be able to maximize the profit from their home sell at a later time.
As a home seller, the power is yours when deciding when to accept an offer. Working with a real estate agent can give you great insight into the matter to make an informed decision.
I have been selling Real Estate in the Greater Boston Area since 1997. I am the Co-Founder & Current Broker/Owner of Realty Executives in Watertown. A lifelong resident of Watertown which I still reside with my Wife Debra and my Twins Emily & Christopher. I am a supporter of many local & national charities. One of my most rewarding fundraisers was as a rider in the PanMass Challenge in 2010,2011,2015 & 2016 raising over $50,000 over those 4 years for the Dana Farber Jimmy Fund. I am a 1988 Graduate of Bentley University in Waltham. I have extensive knowledge of all types of Real Estate participating in over 1000 transactions. I also have New Construction experience & specialize in condo conversions.
Purchasing a home is one of the single most important investments in a person's life. With my expertise and guidance in the home buying and selling process, I can help find the most appropriate home for you. You can be assured that an experienced Real Estate Professional is working with your interests in mind. Please contact me on my cell at 617-799-8948 or email [email protected] for a free consult if you are thinking of Buying or Selling your home.
