Property negotiation part 1 – understanding this could be worth thousands

Negotiation is a huge part of the process of selling a home. It starts from the first phone call or meeting at the property and continues until the ink is dry on the contract. After nearly 13 years in real estate, I have come to the conclusion that negotiation is not rocket science but it does take a lot of intuition. I will broach a few basics at a time and hopefully, by reading you will be more prepared and aware as both a potential seller, buyer, or possibly agent.

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Should I sell my investment property?

Lets cut to the chase – I don’t believe you should be selling a good investment property unless you absolutely have to.  Most properties will be looking after your money and future a lot better than a bank right now. You probably brought your investment property for the long-term goal of making capital gain and providing yourself an income of sorts which hopefully it is doing (if not an income yet than hopefully capital gain).  We are adamant that property is an excellent vehicle to assist in financial security.

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