SOLD: #TheCarleton – 4550 N Park Ave 907 #ChevyChaseRealEstate

As the article published in Inman suggests, there are more that a few ways a buyer can sabotage their own home purchase.

Buyers sometimes can potentially sabotage a home purchase? Some factors to be aware of…: – You can read the full article here

• Having unrealistic expectations – Balancing market realities with the price point that they can afford is important.
• Hesitating – There is often a short window to pull the trigger when buyers come across “the one,” especially if it has just hit the market.
• Making low-ball offers -Buyers risk alienating the seller, leaving the door open for other offers and, perhaps, losing out on what they want.
• Being inflexible – The ability to adapt and function from a position of give-and-take is a must.

My clients illustrate success when one is realistic, stays within budget, is ready and willing to act quickly, then can make an offer based on market conditions and information shared about the seller’s priorities. Such clients  were able to close on exactly what they were searching for without compromise. ….and $50,000 below asking price.