Spring Has Entered the Chat... And So Have A Lot More Buyers

The sun is out, the flowers are blooming, and buyers are back at it, hunting for homes and turning up the heat on competition.

So, if you want to win a home you actually love (not just settle for), you’ll need more than Pinterest boards and vibes. You need a game plan. Start with a savvy real estate agent who knows how to write a knockout offer. Read More: How to find the right real estate agent.

Let’s talk strategy. Here are some power moves buyers are using right now to rise above the competition:

1. Lowball Offers? No Thank You.

Listen, everybody wants a deal — but in a competitive spring market, coming in way under asking isn’t a bold money-saving move... it’s a quick way to get ghosted by the seller.

As NerdWallet puts it:

“If you really want the property, you should avoid offending the seller. So, be wary of placing a so-called lowball offer. One of the most obvious risks of making a lowball offer is outright rejection. . . As a buyer, you’ll need to find a balance between making a fair offer and running the risk of losing the property.”

Translation: Be smart and competitive. And let your agent guide you on what’s fair without blowing your budget.

2. Meet Your New Best Friend: The Escalation Clause

The estimation clause basically tells the seller, “Hey, if someone offers more, I’m willing to beat it — but only up to this amount.”

As Investopedia explains:

“An escalation clause is a way to automatically escalate your bid by a certain dollar amount, up to a certain ceiling, to compete with other bids.”

Your Graham Team agent can help you set it up wisely — and help you avoid overcommitting just to win. Remember, if your offer goes above the home’s appraised value, you might need to pay that difference out of pocket. Another reason having a good agent in your corner = priceless.

3. Be Strategic with Concessions

Sure, it’s fine to ask for a little help with closing costs or minor repairs. But asking for everything under the sun could push the seller toward a cleaner, simpler offer from someone else.

As the National Association of Realtors (NAR) puts it:

“There are many factors up for discussion in any real estate transaction—from price to repairs to possession date. A real estate professional who’s representing you will look at the transaction from your perspective, helping you negotiate a purchase agreement that meets your needs . . .”

Moral of the story? Pick your battles. Your agent will help you figure out what’s worth negotiating — and what’s better left alone.

4. Flex Your Flexibility

Sometimes, price isn’t everything. Timing can be the secret weapon.

If you can work with the seller’s ideal move-out date — whether that means a quick closing or giving them extra time — it could give your offer the edge.

As Atlas Van Lines says:

“Everyone will have a unique timeline depending on the size of the move, the distance they are moving from or to, and personal preferences. It is important to be flexible and adapt the timeline as needed while ensuring you allocate enough time for each step.”

Pro tip: Let your agent do some digging with the seller’s agent. The more you know, the more you can tailor your offer to what really matters to the seller.

Spring is blooming, buyers are moving, and the competition is heating up. With a smart strategy and the right agent by your side, your dream home doesn’t have to stay a dream.

What’s one thing you want to feel totally confident about before making an offer this spring? Let’s talk about it.

Graham Team Real Estate • (702) 930-9551 • Team@grahamteamnv.com

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