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16. Crafting Your Offer I alluded to this in the last section—a great offer isn’t just about how much you offer (although that does matter!). It’s also about other terms you can offer. Here are some typical terms and conditions sellers may be interested in: ■ Are you flexible on your closing date? (They may want time to look for another home, for instance.) ■ How much of a down payment do you have? ■ Are you paying cash? (This is less risk and less time for sellers to wait.) ■ Will you waive contingencies, like for a home inspection? (Not necessarily advisable, but it can be useful in the right circumstance.) Fiona Anderson 832-475-8474 fiona@theandersonrg.com Again, those are just a few. But those are also not things every buyer can accommodate. The Ultimate Home Buyer’s Guide 21