{"id":5707,"date":"2023-09-11T09:58:18","date_gmt":"2023-09-11T08:58:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/?p=5707"},"modified":"2023-09-11T09:58:18","modified_gmt":"2023-09-11T08:58:18","slug":"property-negotiations-tips-to-help-you-seal-a-successful-deal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.craneandco.co.uk\/pages\/property-negotiations-tips-to-help-you-seal-a-successful-deal\/","title":{"rendered":"Property Negotiations: Tips to Help You Seal a Successful Deal"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><span style=\"color: #618899;\">When it comes to preparing for a property sale, most sellers focus on the early stage of the process: sprucing up their home and choosing an agent to manage the marketing.<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>But there\u2019s another element to nailing a successful property deal that gets less attention but is just as critical: negotiating the sale.<\/p>\n<p>How do you know when to accept an offer and when to hold out for more? And what should your strategy be if you have more than one offer on the table?<\/p>\n<p>With such large sums of money at stake, making decisions in the heat of the moment can be stressful, so it\u2019s helpful to work with an experienced estate agent.<\/p>\n<p>A top agent will have negotiated countless deals throughout their career and be able to advise you on the best steps to take.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s an explainer of what it takes to negotiate a good deal to help you choose the right agent to manage your sale.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #bda762;\"><strong>Get the asking price right<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your property is overvalued, you\u2019ll be starting negotiations on the back foot. Savvy buyers won\u2019t be fooled, meaning you\u2019ll either have to backtrack on price or leave the property stuck on the market. An overvalued property is also less likely to attract multiple offers (that generate a bidding war).<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #bda762;\"><strong>Understand the local market<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s crucial to know what similar properties in your area are currently selling for so you can gauge the competition.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #bda762;\"><strong>Learn as much as you can about the buyer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Understanding a buyer\u2019s motivation for moving and the timescale they\u2019re working to is important. That way, you can judge the seriousness of their offer and if they have room to move on price.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #bda762;\"><strong>Stay calm<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Don\u2019t let your emotions rule your decision-making. Stay cool-headed and don\u2019t take the negotiation process personally.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #bda762;\"><strong>Don\u2019t focus solely on the numbers<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you want to secure a good price, but if you have multiple offers, going with the buyer who can move according to your timeframe could save you in the long run. If you\u2019ve already paid for a survey and legal fees for your next property, having your chain collapse could leave you out of pocket.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #bda762;\"><strong>Stay positive<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You may experience ups and downs on your property journey but keep the faith. You\u2019ll get there.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #618899;\"><strong>For a free property valuation, contact us here at Crane &amp; Co today.<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to preparing for a property sale, most sellers focus on the early stage of the process: sprucing up their home and choosing an agent to manage the marketing. But there\u2019s another element to nailing a successful property deal that gets less attention but is just as critical: negotiating the sale. 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