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Buying Plan Step 4: House buying negotiations. It's a buyers' market - negotiate lowest price

Negotiate on house price with estate agents
It can save you £1,000s to £10,000s

Here is where to make full use of the facts you've researched. Never worry that offering less will lose you a home or offend the seller.

Agents expect you to negotiate. They'll have built a margin into the asking price. And sometimes it's a large margin
Negotiating can save serious money. Not negotiating can result in overpaying

Negotiate better with independent home buyers' advice

An estate agent's job is to negotiate the highest price

They may say the seller will only accept close to the full price. It may seem there's little scope to negotiate.

Don't be put off.

You may not have an agent's experience. But you can negotiate successfully with the right research and negotiating know-how.

You'll find practical advice and tips in the Buying Plan, on the main site.

Suggestions on the best way to make your offer
Advice on how to negotiate effectively, and pay as little as possible

Make your opening offer to buy a home firmly and confidently

When negotiating with estate agents, show from the outset you're a credible buyer, but you won't overpay
Avoid explaining or justifying the amount. It can make the agent think you'll pay more. More on the main site

Know your "walk away" price

It'll help you negotiate better. Factors to consider

Don’t make out you’re not that keen

To an experienced estate agent it’s unlikely to be convincing. It often indicates a buyer who is keen
There are better ways to negotiate a lower price

Don't reveal information that weakens your negotiating position

Buyers sometimes help agents unintentionally by saying too much
Know how to avoid comments that can undermine your bargaining position

Expect the agent to ask for more. Make it clear you won't overpay

Expect the agent to ask for for an increase in your first offer.
Know how to show you're serious but won't overpay
Negotiate firmly and effectively. Keep the final price you agree as low as possible.

Advice in the Buying Plan is designed to help you negotiate better to save money.

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