Obstacle 05 · A more certain offer
I keep losing out on offers because I still own a home.
Owning your current home may make the offer depend on another sale. First find out why. Then work with your team to strengthen the offer within a plan you can comfortably carry.
Why does my offer depend on selling?Separate the equity you need from the qualification question.What if the appraisal comes in low?Understand your cash and financing flexibility before making the offer.What else makes an offer stronger?Explore Elements of a Winning Offer beyond the price.
A few things matter.
- What feedback has your agent received about the offers you have lost?
- Are your approval and purchase funds documented—or still assumptions?
- Which costs and risks would you feel comfortable taking on?
Winning the offer is about more than price.
Your agent helps identify what matters to the seller. Tony establishes financial capabilities; your agent and attorney advise how to reflect them in the offer.