{"id":5557,"date":"2025-03-27T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-27T10:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandpointrealtyidaho.com\/blog\/2025\/03\/27\/buyers-have-more-negotiation-power-heres-how-to-use-it\/"},"modified":"2025-03-27T10:30:00","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T10:30:00","slug":"buyers-have-more-negotiation-power-heres-how-to-use-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandpointrealtyidaho.com\/blog\/2025\/03\/27\/buyers-have-more-negotiation-power-heres-how-to-use-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Buyers Have More Negotiation Power \u2013 Here\u2019s How To Use It"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"Buyers\n

You may have heard there are more homes for sale<\/a> right now. And while that\u2019ll vary depending on the market, it means that overall, things are starting to lean in a more balanced<\/a> direction. As that happens, some sellers are a bit more open to compromise. Here\u2019s what that means for you.<\/p>\n

You may be regaining some negotiating power. That can translate into savings, perks, or even better terms on your purchase \u2013 if you know what levers to pull during negotiation.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Why an Agent Is an Essential Part of the Negotiation Process<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The complicated part is knowing what is and isn\u2019t on the table. That\u2019s where your agent comes in. According to the National Association of Realtors <\/em>(NAR), besides finding the right home, the top thing<\/a> buyers want from their agent is help negotiating the terms of the sale, followed by negotiating the price.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s why. Agents are skilled negotiators and are trained for moments like this. Since your agent is an expert on the local market, they\u2019ll also know what\u2019s working for other buyers (and what\u2019s not), and that can help you get a better understanding of what\u2019s realistic to ask for.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s on the Negotiation Table?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Here are some of the most common concessions an agent can help you negotiate:<\/p>\n