You can always offer 20-50% under asking.
Typically, when a seller rejects your offer they come back with a counteroffer to potentially negotiate a deal that works better for them. If your offer is rejected without a counter, it might mean that your offer was too low to be considered by the seller.
Legally speaking, there isn't a time frame for sellers to respond to your offer. However, it's an unspoken rule in the industry that sellers and/or the listing agents should respond within a few days, with 48 hours as the norm.
Justify Your Offer: When presenting a low offer, explain your reasoning based on your research. Highlight any repairs needed, market conditions, or other relevant factors. Use a Range: Instead of a single lowball figure, present a range. This gives the seller room to negotiate while still keeping your offer low.
How To Write A Winning Offer For An Investment Property Work With A Real Estate Agent. Do Your Research. Determine Your Maximum Offer. Lead The Offer With Intent. A well-crafted LOI demonstrates your seriousness as a buyer and can set you apart from other potential buyers. Be Flexible With Contingencies.
In fact, even in recent years, despite higher interest rates, the Salt Lake City real estate market has remained relatively stable, with stagnant or slightly increasing median home prices. Looking ahead to 2025, appreciation is expected to continue, making it more likely that home values will rise.
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Utah's housing market may be on the rebound ing to a forecast commissioned by the Salt Lake Board of Realtors. The report predicted Salt Lake County home sales will increase in 2024 by 16%, reaching about 13,000 homes.
Just call the listing agent and tell her you want to put in an offer and you don't have a buyers agent. She will represent you and can likely give you very valuable feedback about what a ``competitive'' offer would be.