(The best offer isn’t always the biggest one)
It’s tempting to jump at the highest number.
We get it — big offers are exciting. But here’s the reality: the highest offer isn’t always the best offer.
You’ve got to look at the whole picture:
- How much are they putting down?
- Are they fully approved — or just “pre-qualified”?
- Are they asking for concessions?
- What’s their closing timeline?
- Do they want repairs, appliances, furniture — your dog?!
In the end, it’s not about the sales price — it’s about your net proceeds after everything is said and done.
And even more importantly: Will they actually close?
We’ve seen it too often:
A high offer comes in, but it’s packed with risk — small deposit, long contingencies, sketchy approval, and all kinds of demands.
Then it falls apart, and you’re back at square one… sometimes worse off than before.
House Karma Tip:
Evaluate every offer holistically — not just the number on the top line.
- Review the buyer’s financial strength
- Check the type of loan and approval
- Understand the timelines and terms
- Assess the risk of cancellation
- Know what they’re really asking for
The best offer is the one that gives you the best combination of price, certainty, and peace of mind.
At House Karma, we’ll walk you through all of it so you make the smartest, safest choice — not just the flashiest one.
Because the last thing you want is to accept a shiny offer…
only to find out it was made of tin.
