Buying Agents Shunning Empowered Buyers?

[Dukehorn]

I might be misreading the point of your post, but I’ve been lowballed before by a prospective buyer and my response has been to say “no” and choose never to entertain offers from that individual again.

It might be hurting myself (to a small extent) but I don’t see the necessity of negotiating with a person that has just insulted my intelligence. I don’t accept that as a tech trans lawyer and I wouldn’t accept it as an owner.

25% off the asking (whether that’s its true value) is usually not a “serious” offer. It’s a waste of everyone’s time from a negotiating perspective. You might be trying to have fun trying to score a deal, but unless the seller is in serious trouble, why would they even start a negotation?

Why would a buyer agent even take you on if he/she thinks you’re a waste of time?

[Raybyrnes]

Dukehorn

25% off the asking (whether that’s its true value) is usually not a “serious” offer. It’s a waste of everyone’s time from a negotiating perspective. You might be trying to have fun trying to score a deal, but unless the seller is in serious trouble, why would they even start a negotation?

In total agreement. Why bother with the effort. If you are looking for a lower price continue to wait. You may just be a few years away form finding the inventory you are looking for at the price that you can afford. You may also find that the inventory is out of your reach and never hits a price point that is attractive to you.

[Raybyrnes]

Dukehorn

25% off the asking (whether that’s its true value) is usually not a “serious” offer. It’s a waste of everyone’s time from a negotiating perspective. You might be trying to have fun trying to score a deal, but unless the seller is in serious trouble, why would they even start a negotation?

In total agreement. Why bother with the effort. If you are looking for a lower price continue to wait. You may just be a few years away form finding the inventory you are looking for at the price that you can afford. You may also find that the inventory is out of your reach and never hits a price point that is attractive to you.

[Raybyrnes]

Dukehorn

25% off the asking (whether that’s its true value) is usually not a “serious” offer. It’s a waste of everyone’s time from a negotiating perspective. You might be trying to have fun trying to score a deal, but unless the seller is in serious trouble, why would they even start a negotation?

In total agreement. Why bother with the effort. If you are looking for a lower price continue to wait. You may just be a few years away form finding the inventory you are looking for at the price that you can afford. You may also find that the inventory is out of your reach and never hits a price point that is attractive to you.

[Raybyrnes]

Dukehorn

25% off the asking (whether that’s its true value) is usually not a “serious” offer. It’s a waste of everyone’s time from a negotiating perspective. You might be trying to have fun trying to score a deal, but unless the seller is in serious trouble, why would they even start a negotation?

In total agreement. Why bother with the effort. If you are looking for a lower price continue to wait. You may just be a few years away form finding the inventory you are looking for at the price that you can afford. You may also find that the inventory is out of your reach and never hits a price point that is attractive to you.

[Raybyrnes]

Dukehorn

25% off the asking (whether that’s its true value) is usually not a “serious” offer. It’s a waste of everyone’s time from a negotiating perspective. You might be trying to have fun trying to score a deal, but unless the seller is in serious trouble, why would they even start a negotation?

In total agreement. Why bother with the effort. If you are looking for a lower price continue to wait. You may just be a few years away form finding the inventory you are looking for at the price that you can afford. You may also find that the inventory is out of your reach and never hits a price point that is attractive to you.

[cr]

Maybe they’re out looking for a new job?

http://www.ktar.com/?nid=6&sid=744238

[cr]

Maybe they’re out looking for a new job?

http://www.ktar.com/?nid=6&sid=744238

[cr]

Maybe they’re out looking for a new job?

http://www.ktar.com/?nid=6&sid=744238

[cr]

Maybe they’re out looking for a new job?

http://www.ktar.com/?nid=6&sid=744238

[cr]

Maybe they’re out looking for a new job?

http://www.ktar.com/?nid=6&sid=744238

[salo_t]

I feel your pain. I happen to be licensed but not active in the RE industry. I do however keep an eye out for potential investment properties. On several occasions I have found properties on the MLS that peak my interest so I e-mail and call the listing agent before submitting an offer. 9 out of 10 times I do not get a call or email back and the property just lingers on the market even longer. With agents claiming that business has slowed down so much I wonder why they are ignoring so many potential clients?
Also depending on how well a property is priced 25% off listing price may not be that unrealistic in todays market.

[salo_t]

I feel your pain. I happen to be licensed but not active in the RE industry. I do however keep an eye out for potential investment properties. On several occasions I have found properties on the MLS that peak my interest so I e-mail and call the listing agent before submitting an offer. 9 out of 10 times I do not get a call or email back and the property just lingers on the market even longer. With agents claiming that business has slowed down so much I wonder why they are ignoring so many potential clients?
Also depending on how well a property is priced 25% off listing price may not be that unrealistic in todays market.

[salo_t]

I feel your pain. I happen to be licensed but not active in the RE industry. I do however keep an eye out for potential investment properties. On several occasions I have found properties on the MLS that peak my interest so I e-mail and call the listing agent before submitting an offer. 9 out of 10 times I do not get a call or email back and the property just lingers on the market even longer. With agents claiming that business has slowed down so much I wonder why they are ignoring so many potential clients?
Also depending on how well a property is priced 25% off listing price may not be that unrealistic in todays market.

[salo_t]

I feel your pain. I happen to be licensed but not active in the RE industry. I do however keep an eye out for potential investment properties. On several occasions I have found properties on the MLS that peak my interest so I e-mail and call the listing agent before submitting an offer. 9 out of 10 times I do not get a call or email back and the property just lingers on the market even longer. With agents claiming that business has slowed down so much I wonder why they are ignoring so many potential clients?
Also depending on how well a property is priced 25% off listing price may not be that unrealistic in todays market.

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