Recently, we purchased our home. I told the selling agent (via my realtor), I see the listed price, what is the price at which you are willing to sell. The person in a hurry is always the first one to speak their offer and puts themselves at a weaker point when it comes to negotiation. The seller gave me a number that was lower than the listed price – that is where I started negotiating. We got a good deal.

Secondly, I always ask – “Is this the best you can do?” towards the end of the negotiation. You might be surprised with the response you get, it works for me most of the times.

I feel like I’ve learned so much from them without ever taking a class. While I haven’t had to negotiate anything in awhile I definitely feel more equipped.

Love those points. No one is entitled to getting what they want or think they need. I personally negotiated performance based raises semi annually at my job. It keeps me motivated to work hard since the company will only agree to a raise if I’m putting in the effort.

Thanks, Amanda! Being willing to walk away and remain detached is difficult, but if you give in to emotions, you’re probably not getting a great deal. Glad to hear you walked away with a fair deal!

Great points! Researching helps you to look confident, even if you aren’t.