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Stoyan_Tech
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02.01.2025 05:07
We just listed our home and were surprised to receive three strong offers within the first 48 hours. I really want to maximize the sale price, but I am terrified that pushing too hard for a bidding war will cause everyone to walk away. How do I effectively leverage these offers against each other without coming across as greedy or difficult to work with? I would love to hear how others have handled this situation successfully without sabotaging their deal.
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Yani_Z
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22.01.2025 12:05
First off, congratulations! That is a great problem to have. The best advice is to have your agent issue a 'highest and best' deadline. It forces everyone to show their cards without you having to play the bad guy directly.
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Bg_Pechba
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30.03.2025 04:42
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I agree with the previous comment. Using your agent as the 'bad guy' is the smartest move. It keeps your hands clean and keeps the communication professional.
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nabludatel_x
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13.04.2025 10:07
Don't just look at the price. Check the financing contingencies. A lower offer with a cash buyer is often safer than a high offer with a shaky loan pre-approval.
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vesko_55
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03.05.2025 20:27
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Exactly what I was going to say. I lost a house once because the seller chased a high offer that fell through during the inspection phase. Take the solid offer over the greedy one.
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vesko_55
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06.05.2025 01:53
Is there a specific reason you are worried about looking greedy? Most buyers expect a bidding war in this market. It's just business.
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Alan_K
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31.05.2025 07:03
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To add to that, buyers have agents who are telling them exactly what is happening. They know you have multiple offers. Playing it cool is better than acting desperate.
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Leni_C
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11.06.2025 23:35
I would suggest setting a firm deadline for the 'highest and best' and sticking to it. If you keep extending it, people will get annoyed and pull their offers.
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Aleks_K
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20.06.2025 01:03
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Solid advice. I've seen sellers try to squeeze for an extra 5k and end up with zero offers because the buyers felt jerked around.
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simon_v
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08.07.2025 10:13
Ask for an escalation clause? Wait, no, that's for the buyers. Just tell them you have multiple offers and ask for their best terms.
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Bg_Pechba
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16.07.2025 08:33
Make sure you consider the closing date. Sometimes a slightly lower offer that closes in 20 days is worth way more than a high one that drags on for 60 days.
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Simeon_W
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16.07.2025 23:36
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Great point. Time is money. I'd take a quick close over a few thousand extra dollars any day.
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krisi_r
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28.07.2025 07:23
Keep your emotions out of it. It's just a house, not your soul. Pick the best contract and move on.
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Oli_L
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21.08.2025 09:13
Honestly, just pick the one that makes you feel the most comfortable. If one buyer has a letter from their lender saying they are fully underwritten, that's a huge plus.
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Oliviya_T
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09.09.2025 03:22
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I definitely agree with the 'fully underwritten' suggestion. It's the closest thing to a cash offer you can get.
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Hubo_K
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07.10.2025 12:43
Whatever you do, don't leak the exact price of the other offers. Just say 'we have stronger offers on the table' and let them guess.
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simon_v
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20.11.2025 16:24
Good luck! You are in the driver's seat right now, just don't let it go to your head and you'll be fine.

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