7 Tips When Negotiating a House Price

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These strategies to negotiate home prices may help you score a property at the best possible price.

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Why You Should Be Negotiating House Prices

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It gives you the opportunity to create a concise offer that you’re happy

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Tips When Negotiating a House Price

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Zillow lists how long for-sale properties have been on the market, which can give you some insight into how negotiable a list price may be.

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Home inspections can reveal hidden issues like cracks in the foundation or plumbing problems.

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Sellers are apt to be most enthusiastic about buyers who have been preapproved, as opposed to prequalified.

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