Lowball Offers in Greater Boston: What Savvy Buyers Should Know
At the Steph Crawford Group, we work with informed buyers across Boston, Cambridge, Brookline, and surrounding areas who want to maximize value in today’s market. Lowball offers can work—but only with the right strategy.
Here’s what we’ve learned from negotiating successful deals in Greater Boston:
Timing is everything.
Sellers with fresh listings rarely entertain below-market offers. The sweet spot? Properties that have been on the market 60–90+ days, relisted, or withdrawn and returned. These often signal flexibility.
We monitor market activity daily so our buyers know when it’s the right time to act.
Your terms must be clean.
Winning a discount isn’t just about price. In competitive markets like the South End, Back Bay, or Somerville, we strengthen our offers with:
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Solid financing or cash proof
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Short inspection periods
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Flexible closings
The smoother the deal, the better the odds a seller will entertain a lower price.
Keep the offer realistic.
A 10–15% discount might be achievable under the right conditions. But an aggressive lowball without logic? That’s a fast way to be overlooked. We base offers on local comps, seller motivation, and property condition—not guesswork.
The right agent matters. At Steph Crawford Group, we negotiate with precision and professionalism to help you secure your home at the right price—without burning bridges.
