How Livonia Home Buyers Can Win a Bidding War (Without Offering More Money)

Livonia home buyers who are in love with a house hate to hear that another buyer is making an offer.  In fact, few things are worse than making an offer at the top of a budget to find there are other offers on the table.  

While not all Livonia home buyers have the means to increase their offer, there are other ways to get noticed by a seller.  And even though most sellers want to get the most money for a house, they also want the process to be as simple as possible.

Make a Unique Offer

Not all Livonia home buyers have the ability to sweeten their offer with bonus items. But those that do can seal the deal quickly.  For example, a seller that is looking renovate their next home would be excited if a seller offered to pitch in if they are in the construction business.  

That being said, other offers can be less practical but impactful.  Whatever profession a buyer is in, if there is a product that is made it could appeal to a seller if it is offered.  Even things like tickets can be persuasive if the seller already has interest in that hobby.

A Helping Hand

Sellers are busy.  They are trying to settle things with their old house and are probably working on their new house, as well.  For this reason, Livonia home buyers should try to humanize the process as much as possible. Possible steps include learning more about the family and even getting gifts for their new home.

In addition to  a small token to show that the buyer has learned more about the seller during their meetings, they can offer help.  Helping them find or pay for their belongings to be moved after closing can have a seller jumping for joy. No one wants to move their own belongings nor do they want to pay the expense of having a moving company do it.

The Personal Approach

Many times the Livonia seller is not in the house when a buyer does an initial walkthrough.  A buyer that has requested multiple meetings – or even a last minute one – may be faced with the home sellers staying in the house while they look around.  This is a great time to get to know the owner and tell them exactly why the house is perfect.

Some Livonia home buyers like to leave a small token of appreciation.  It is invasive to let people walk through a house without much notice. Sellers appreciate a treat like cookies or a cake.  A wonderful sweet treat can be a great way to get an owner thinking about the buyer in a positive light once they start discussing which offer to go with.  

Waiving Contingencies

Contingencies are in place to protect both the Livonia home buyers and the seller.  So, a buyer that decides to waive their contingencies could find themselves in hot water if they do not plan ahead.

However, a buyer that knows that the contingency will not need to be used may waive it.  Having fewer contingencies is appealing to a seller who wants to get the deal finished as quickly as possible.

Write a letter

Giving a personal letter to the owner is a good way to let them know why a buyer wants a Livonia house.  It should outline everything that is great about the house and how the family will fit in perfectly in the neighborhood.  Avoid pressuring anyone with a sob story, but let them know how the house will be beneficial. Bonus points go to the family that includes a cute family photo to put a face to the name.

Money is not the only thing Livonia sellers are interested in.  They want to close on the deal quickly and without any problems, so waiving contingencies can be helpful.  By getting to know a buyer the seller is more likely to want to sell their home to them and offering a gift to show that their time is appreciated, can always help the cause.