Price is only one part of what a seller weighs. Many sellers have a date that matters to them: a relocation, the end of a tenancy, a new home they are buying, the start of a school term. Before you make an offer, ask the agent, politely and directly, when the seller hopes to move and why that date matters. The answer can help you shape terms that suit both sides.
If the seller needs to leave quickly, a buyer who can complete on a near date may stand out. If they need time to find their next home, a later handover date, or a short period after transfer to move out, may be valuable to them. Offer terms that fit that timeline, while keeping your own deadlines realistic.
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