A seller who refuses to cut the asking price does not necessarily end the negotiation. The price might stay put while other parts of the deal move in the buyer’s favor, potentially reducing out-of-pocket costs or making the house more valuable. That matters because a home purchase involves far more than the number printed on the listing.
Instead of pushing the same price-cut argument until everyone gets tired, buyers can look at the rest of the deal. A seller might reject a lower offer but agree to pay certain costs, leave desirable items behind, or address problems discovered during the inspection. Here are five requests worth putting on the negotiating table.
