Cathie Ericson from Realtor.com not only gives you great advice for negotiating with a seller but most importantly, she lives in Portland, OR. And her advice is more valuable from the perspective of a local. The theme being smart negotiations are crucial to putting yourself in the best possible position, especially when others offers are being considered by a seller.
When it comes time to negotiate, there are a few strategies you should avoid, lest you risk offending the seller and losing your shot at your dream home. This is especially true in a red-hot seller’s market, where the seller might have a number of tempting offers and is looking for anything that breaks the tie.. Buyer, Beware: 5 Home-Buying Negotiation Tactics That Can Backfire – Realtor.com News
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