How to win in a multi-offer situation in West Auckland.

Found the perfect home in Glen Eden? In a multi-offer, you only get one shot. Here’s our “simple” guide on how to win.

You’ve found it. The perfect home. You’re ready to make an offer… but so are three other buyers.

This is a multi-offer situation, and it can be stressful. As your local team, we’re here to “take the hard work out of it.” Here is our “honest” advice on how to put your best foot forward.

1. The price: Be “simple” and strong

You often only get one chance. This isn’t the time to start low and “negotiate.” Put your strongest, best price on paper. Ask yourself: “What’s the price I’d be willing to pay, but be okay with walking away if someone pays more?”

2. Conditions: “Simple” is best

The cleanest offer is often the most attractive, even if it’s not the highest price. An offer with no conditions (unconditional) will almost always win.

• Do this: Get your finance 100% pre-approved from the bank. If you can, get a building inspection done before you make your offer. This lets you put in an unconditional offer.
• Avoid this: “Subject to my cousin approving” or “subject to selling my home.” These conditions make your offer weak.

3. Settle on their date

Find out the seller’s preferred settlement date and match it. This “human” touch shows you’re an “approachable” and easy buyer to work with. It costs you nothing and makes your offer more appealing.

Want to be prepared? If you’re actively house-hunting, give us a bell. We can help you get “auction-ready” (even for a multi-offer) so that when you find the one, you’re ready to win.