Buying guide
How to negotiate when buying a house
Get a better price for property
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Successfully negotiating a house price requires preparation and strategy. Do your homework on market values, get finance pre-approved, and remember the agent works for the seller, not you.
Make a strategic offer by limiting conditions and being flexible on terms like settlement. Justify your price with facts and increase in small increments if needed. In a multi-offer situation, put your best offer forward first. Crucially, know your maximum price and be prepared to walk away.
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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