Sunset Beach and Beyond Realty

  • Home
  • Search Carolina Coast
    • Calabash
    • Carolina Shores
    • Holden Beach
    • Myrtle Beach
    • Ocean Isle Beach
    • Southport
    • Sunset Beach
  • Buyer
    • Testimonials
  • Sell Your Home
    • Listing Agents
  • Our Team
    • Designations
    • Area Lifestyles
  • CONTACT
Home » multiple offer

How to Sweeten the Deal in a Multiple Offer Situation

August 6, 2019 by Karen Baker 1 Comment

Homebuyers can get frustrated when there are multiple offers on a highly desirable property. Even a solid, full price offer may not be enough to sweeten the deal. There’s smaller inventory than there was a few years ago and the demand is strong so buyers need to know how to create an amazing offer that will stand out above the crowd. Here are some simple ways to sweeten the deal on a multiple offer situation.How to Sweeten the Deal in a Multiple Offer Situation

#1. It’s not always about the price.

Sellers are looking for more than just the price. You might’ve even offered over the asking price, but if other terms are not as favorable, your offer may get rejected.

#2. Minimize contingencies.

Of course, you’ll want the home inspected but if you know you’re going to buy the home regardless of what you find, you can waive the home inspection or offer shorter deadlines to accommodate the seller.

#3. Get preapproved.

Most buyers are preapproved for a home loan before even making an offer but if you haven’t done this, you will probably get rejected right away. Make sure you are preapproved for the exact amount you are offering and sent a letter of preapproval along with the offer to prove you’ve done your financial homework.

#4. Simplify the offer.

You don’t need a lot of flowery words to sweeten the deal. Sometimes, unneeded language can lengthen the offer and feels a little threatening to the seller. Spell out the terms of the deal without complicating things and make it as easy and as flexible as possible.

#5. Have your agent stay on the ball.

Sometimes just communicating with the listing agent is enough to stand out above the crowd. Think of it this way, if the listing agent has some random offer come faxing in or email without any communication, it probably will not get as much attention as the agent that’s talking to the listing agent, communicating on what the seller really wants, and trying to be flexible with dates and solidifying the offer before actually submitting it.

We want all of our buyers to get exactly what they’re looking for and that means submitting an offer that stands out and is really attractive to the seller. Our experience with buyers and listing agents can put your offer ahead of the crowd.

We Submitted an Offer and Haven’t Heard a Thing? What Now?

Is a Verbal Acceptance of an Offer Good Enough?

Filed Under: Buyers Tagged With: home buyers, multiple offer, offer

What our clients say

Ken and Linda Foltz

“Life will lead you to where you belong. Five years ago life led me to meeting Karen Baker at an...
2015-03-16T20:16:32+00:00
“Life will lead you to where you belong. Five years ago life led me to meeting Karen Baker at an Open House. Our relationship continues as Karen and her husband Frank have been outstanding not only in helping my husband and I find the right retirement relocation home, but we have watched their commitment in helping many others find their homes. She and Frank treat every client as if they are the only ones that exist. They provide thorough research of areas and homes of interest and present you with the options. They are not your typical hard sell, must-buy-now realtors. They are here to help you find your next home?. You won’t go wrong with the Bakers!
https://sunsetbeachandbeyond.com/testimonials/ken-and-linda-foltz/

Steve & Jean DeVito

“The Bakers treated us like family during our whirlwind weekend of looking at houses. Prior to our on-site visit to...
2015-03-16T20:17:46+00:00
“The Bakers treated us like family during our whirlwind weekend of looking at houses. Prior to our on-site visit to Sunset Beach they created a portal and populated it with properties that met our ever-evolving criteria. By time we arrived we had a good feel for what we could afford and what was available that met our criteria. The Bakers, especially Karen, were able to make sense of what we thought we were looking for and eventually matched us with a house that we ended up purchasing — Karen called it the “This is it” house and she was right. We are loving our 2nd home and appreciate how painless Karen and Frank made the process. All the paperwork was done seamlessly and quickly and the closing went off without a hitch. The Bakers do not believe in the hard sell — they gave us the knowledge we needed and the guidance we needed to make our dream a reality.”
https://sunsetbeachandbeyond.com/testimonials/steve-jean-devito/

Matt & Amy Carver

Amy and I have bought and sold four properties in the past twelve years. Both of you are the best...
2015-03-16T20:18:22+00:00
Amy and I have bought and sold four properties in the past twelve years. Both of you are the best realtors we have ever dealt with. Amy and I both felt we could trust you to look out for our interest. The level of service you provided was outstanding, from taking the trash out, helping the buyer with inspecting the irrigation system, dealing with our tenants, always being there if we needed to ask a question, providing constant updates on the market and always keeping us informed on the sale of our house. I think your next venture should be training other realtors, because both of you have mastered the art of providing excellent service. I will be sure to recommend the Frank and Karen team to anybody looking for a trust worthy, knowledgeable and top performing realtor. It was a pleasure working with both of you.”
https://sunsetbeachandbeyond.com/testimonials/matt-amy-carver/

Ernie & Carol G.

“Karen & Frank Baker are the best. They are very knowledgeable with the area & showed us many homes. When...
2015-03-16T20:18:50+00:00
“Karen & Frank Baker are the best. They are very knowledgeable with the area & showed us many homes. When we made up our minds which one we wanted, they got us the best deal on it. We were very satisfided with them. After the purchased was made & we moved in, they were still there to answer any questions or problems that we might of had. Like I said, they are the BEST.”
https://sunsetbeachandbeyond.com/testimonials/ernie-carol-g/

Dave & Rose

“Thanks again for all the time you spent with us, As overwhelming as it was, you two made it fun”
2015-03-16T20:19:23+00:00
“Thanks again for all the time you spent with us, As overwhelming as it was, you two made it fun”
https://sunsetbeachandbeyond.com/testimonials/dave-rose/

Search

Recent Posts

  • Christmas Events in and Around Sunset Beach NC
  • Sea Trail Sunset Beach Real Estate
  • Ocean Isle Beach Museum of Coastal Carolina Programs
  • What is Home Buying Power and How can a Buyer Use It?
  • Landscaping Trends That Sell Homes

Connect With Us

  • Facebook
  • Google+
  • LinkedIn
  • Twitter

Recent Posts

  • Christmas Events in and Around Sunset Beach NC
  • Sea Trail Sunset Beach Real Estate
  • Ocean Isle Beach Museum of Coastal Carolina Programs
  • What is Home Buying Power and How can a Buyer Use It?
  • Landscaping Trends That Sell Homes

Copyright © 2019 · AgentPress Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in