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Rainmaker
1,600,181
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® CRS,ABR,PSA,RCS-D, ePRO
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
Serving Coastal San Diego, Veteran's & Seniors

Soup Nazi Response: "NO SOUP FOR YOU... Next!

Shoe on other foot response: "Mr. Seller. Your company could profit more if you were to only take on paycheck per month instead of two. Are you willing to lower your pay so your company can win bigger?" NO? Really? Why Not? OK, me too. 

Simple Response: "We're negotiating the seller's offer here, not my agreement with you. And to be clear, I'm non-negotiable. Now..."

Response in my head: "Are you F^@#ing Kidding Me?" "no, No no...LOL...NO!"

 Heart Felt Response: "Here's my bride's cell #, here's my son's cell#. Call them and ask them if it's OK I don't pay the mortgage and college tuition this month. If they say yes, I'll consider it."

 

Apr 01, 2017 08:16 PM
Rainmaker
1,090,375
Candice A. Donofrio
Next Wave RE Investments LLC Bullhead City AZ Commercial RE Broker - Fort Mohave, AZ
928-201-4BHC (4242) call/text

"If you can't afford to do the deal, don't do the deal."

Apr 01, 2017 08:19 PM
Ambassador
6,617,246
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified - Stevens Point, WI
Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671

"sure it would, but would you still respect me in the morning".

Apr 01, 2017 06:24 PM
Rainmaker
5,418,789
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

My reducing my commission by a half percent is like you cutting your price by approximately 8 percent. Are you willing to do that to get this deal done

Apr 01, 2017 06:24 PM
Ambassador
5,426,403
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

My current contract with you has nothing to do with the Offer in front of you. However, I did fulfill my portion of OUR contract to market and procure a ready, willing and able buyer for you.  

Apr 01, 2017 08:22 PM
Rainmaker
4,273,325
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

What I would like to say, and what I would like to say, are very much on each  end of the spectrum...

Apr 01, 2017 07:01 PM
Ambassador
5,137,418
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

No, it's not my decision it's my broker's and there is a signed contract. Right on Dorie Dillard 

Apr 01, 2017 08:11 PM
Rainmaker
748,520
Lynnea Miller
Bend Premier Real Estate - Bend, OR
Premier Real Estate Service in Central Oregon

Agents take a cut when it comes down to having a deal or not - usually with issues connected to repairs. Your seller is taking advantage of you. He could obviously accept the offer without hitting you up for a cut in commission. 

Apr 01, 2017 08:09 PM
Rainmaker
3,986,423
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I ask them if their boss said if he woudl take a $3 drop in pay he cold bid lower and get a job for him to work on.

Apr 01, 2017 07:48 PM
Rainmaker
5,211,328
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Not going to happen! Their house is worth what a willing buyer is willing to pay for it.

Apr 01, 2017 07:43 PM
Rainmaker
782,069
Tony Lewis
Summit Real Estate Group - Valencia, CA
Summit Real Estate Group Valencia & Aliso Viejo

Oh, so we need to wait for the next offer.

Apr 01, 2017 09:01 PM
Rainmaker
1,713,576
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

It's not about me, it is about the net and we have the net.

Apr 01, 2017 08:04 PM
Rainmaker
4,321,670
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
Metro Boston Homes For Sale

Debbie Reynolds - my commission is NOT negotiable Mr. Seller!

Apr 01, 2017 09:41 PM
Rainmaker
2,826,774
Richie Alan Naggar
people first...then business Ran Right Realty - Riverside, CA
agent & author

Well thats an interesting start. Lets see where else we can trim a little as well

Apr 01, 2017 08:10 PM
Rainmaker
2,239,490
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

Too much to state here , but my first thought was -

Did they follow MY pricing recommendations ?

Apr 02, 2017 05:56 AM
Ambassador
1,472,185
Susan Emo
Kingston, ON
Kingston and the 1000 Islands Area

Bob Crane 's answer made me laugh literally out loud!

Apr 02, 2017 05:39 AM
Rainmaker
4,460,639
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

It's not going to happen!

Apr 02, 2017 04:02 AM
Rainmaker
927,908
Jeff Pearl
Samson Properties / LIC in VA - Lovettsville, VA
Full Service Full Time Realtor

It would work better if you, the seller, could pay another 1 % in commission.

Apr 02, 2017 03:11 AM
Rainmaker
1,272,827
Peter Mohylsky, Beach Broker
PMI. Destin - Miramar Beach, FL
Call me at 850-517-7098

Interesting responses from everyone.  I have one of these discussions coming up here soon. 

Apr 02, 2017 03:07 AM
Rainmaker
454,852
LLoyd Nichols
Premier Florida Realty of SWFL - Fort Myers, FL
Southwest Florida Homes By The Sea

Would you lower your salary? No.It is a contract.

Apr 01, 2017 09:43 PM
Rainmaker
5,773,924
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Love Thomas J. Nelson, Realtor, CRS  Heart felt response. A

Apr 01, 2017 09:16 PM
Rainmaker
2,227,216
Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com
Harry Norman, REALTORS® - Atlanta, GA
Associate Broker

That's not an option. 

Apr 02, 2017 06:39 AM
Rainmaker
4,800,282
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

The seller has agreed in writing to a certain commission.  Are they now going back on their word?  

Apr 02, 2017 05:45 AM
Rainmaker
4,689,804
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

I can certainly relate to the answer provided by Thomas J. Nelson, Realtor, CRS especially a classic Seinfeld reference.   

Apr 02, 2017 05:44 AM
Rainmaker
8,077,151
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

We have already agreed on the commisson.

Apr 02, 2017 05:16 AM
Rainmaker
151,733
Julie Larson Realtor® Sarasota FL 941-284-9826
White Sands Realty Group FL | 941-284-9826 | Serving Sarasota, Manatee & Charlotte Counties - Sarasota, FL
When you're thinking of moving...ThinkSuncoast.com

I like the response Debe Maxwell, CRS gave - I held up my end of the bargain, now you hold up yours!!!

Apr 01, 2017 09:13 PM
Rainmaker
1,257,608
Sam Shueh
(408) 425-1601 - San Jose, CA
mba, cdpe, reopro, pe

Have seen the agent did not make a penney for relative sake.

Apr 01, 2017 07:21 PM
Rainmaker
814,730
Abby Stiller
TOP SELLING REALTY - Cape Coral, FL
SW Florida (239) 284-8637

Thomas J. Nelson, Realtor, CRS nailed this one!

Apr 02, 2017 09:38 AM
Ambassador
3,405,895
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

That recently happened.  We could not come to a meeting of the minds. The contract was canceled.  Now the sellers will need to go back on the market and try to sell it again for what they believe their home is worth.  I represented the buyer ... but the strategy is the same.  Ante up or move on.

Apr 02, 2017 08:56 AM
Rainer
352,976
Teri Pacitto
Compass - Westlake Village, CA
Real Estate, Your Style...Your Home...My Specialty

After I stop laughing?  Next question, Mr. Seller.  

Apr 02, 2017 07:46 AM
Rainmaker
5,584,078
Barbara Todaro
RE/MAX Executive Realty - Happily Retired - Franklin, MA
Previously Affiliated with The Todaro Team

I like Thomas J. Nelson, Realtor, CRS answer....can't beat that one....

Apr 02, 2017 07:03 AM
Rainmaker
1,003,918
Jennifer Mackay
Counts Real Estate Group, Inc. - Panama City, FL
Your Bay County Florida Realtor 850.774.6582

I'm with Thomas J. Nelson, Realtor, CRS - my commission, which is already spent is what brought the offer in the first place due to my marketing - so No It's too late to negotiate

Apr 02, 2017 06:47 AM
Rainmaker
1,745,502
Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI
HomeSmart Realty West & Florida Realty Investments - , CA
Presence, Persistence & Perseverance

How can I beat Thomas J. Nelson, Realtor, CRS 's resonse?

Apr 02, 2017 06:46 AM
Rainmaker
3,073,909
Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers
Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area - Scottsdale, AZ
Coldwell Banker Realty

"There are many other numbers that if adjusted would benefit the Seller - why don't you check with the Title and Escrow company Seller to see if they are willing to reduce their fees!" 

Apr 02, 2017 05:45 AM
Rainmaker
921,504
Annette Lawrence , Palm Harbor, FL 727-420-4041
ReMax Realtec Group - Palm Harbor, FL
Making FLORIDA Real Estate EZ

Like I always do.....

I'm holding a 7 and 9 and the pot is to big to walk away.  Look them right in the eye and show and say not a thing. The first to speak loses.

Their ALWAYS reponse is , "I didn't think so." Then they sign.

 

Apr 02, 2017 05:44 AM
Rainmaker
5,246,705
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

I answer no! It's not my job to share in a seller's reduced profit.

Apr 02, 2017 04:01 AM
Rainmaker
1,865,602
Lyn Sims
Schaumburg, IL
Real Estate Broker Retired

Where is my name on the contract? When did I become a party to this contract? Sorry, either you make it work or not with the buyer.

Apr 02, 2017 09:39 AM
Rainmaker
1,027,657
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

"Oh, thanks for asking, but I'm good with the agreement we already have in place.  Here's a seller net sheet for you to review and see if you can make this work.  If not, we'll just wait for the next offer." 

Apr 02, 2017 09:00 AM
Rainmaker
1,466,257
Michael Setunsky
Woodbridge, VA
Your Commercial Real Estate Link to Northern VA

Debbie Reynolds You know it's coming. The next question is for you to reduce your fee. Negotiation should result in a win-win solution.

Apr 02, 2017 08:51 AM
Rainmaker
916,963
Olga Simoncelli
Veritas Prime, LLC dba Veritas Prime Real Estate - New Fairfield, CT
CONSULTANT, Real Estate Services & Risk Management

Why is it always the commission? There should be other ways.

Apr 02, 2017 07:54 AM
Rainmaker
602,025
Nathan Gesner
American West Realty and Management - Cody, WY
Broker / Property Manager

I tell them, "I'm sorry to hear this home won't work for you. I'm sure we'll find you something soon!"

Apr 02, 2017 07:21 AM
Rainmaker
1,618,024
Harry F. D'Elia III
WEDO Real Estate and Beyond, LLC - Phoenix, AZ
Investor , Mentor, GRI, Radio, CIPS, REOs, ABR

That is nonnegotiable

Apr 02, 2017 07:01 AM
Rainmaker
1,392,883
Wayne Zuhl
Remax First Realty II - Cranford, NJ
The Last Name You'll Ever Need in Real Estate

Most of the time, no. But there are exceptions.

If we have both sides of the deal, we might do it. We've also cut commission for friends and family when the selling price was right.

Apr 02, 2017 06:41 AM
Rainmaker
1,513,143
Raymond E. Camp
Ontario, NY

That would have been a discussion in the beginning of the listing.

Apr 02, 2017 05:28 AM
Rainmaker
1,643,007
Inna Ivchenko
Barcode Properties - Encino, CA
Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC • Short Sale • Probate

Again, depends on the price and an original commission agreement. Our commissions are negotiable and no terms are set in stone. 

Apr 02, 2017 12:22 AM
Rainmaker
1,529,854
Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA
https://HugginsHomes.com - Thousand Oaks, CA
Residential Real Estate and Investment Properties

I LOVE Thomas J. Nelson, Realtor, CRS's response!!!!!!

Apr 02, 2017 05:32 PM
Ambassador
3,385,833
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

I have actually had this happen and I said, "No.  We agreed upon commission during the listing."  Then the seller tried to hit the buyer's agent commission.  I reiterated that we had already taken care of that.  Then refocused on the offer in hand.

Apr 02, 2017 01:42 PM
Rainmaker
1,153,799
Kevin J. May
Florida Supreme Realty - Hobe Sound, FL
Serving the Treasure & Paradise Coasts of Florida

Let's say we go back to the Buyer with a .5% higher counter instead? That works out to X amount of dollars. Yes, insignificant when viewed through their eyes isn't it. You're going to be okay! 

Apr 02, 2017 05:30 AM
Rainmaker
1,045,915
Dave Martin (703) 585-4687
Fairfax Realty - Fairfax, VA
Making Realty Dreams a Reality #WeWillGetYouHome

All sorts of possible responses but ultimately...we already negotiated commission.

"Mr. Seller, If the offer had come in much higher than the listed price would you think it fair for me to ask you for a 20-25% bonus on top of the commission we negotiated?"..."You don't." Why? Oh because we already agreed on what would be paid... I agree and that is my answer to your question also. "Now would you like to accept the current offer or counter it?" Debbie Reynolds 

Mar 23, 2018 08:47 PM
Rainmaker
5,960,730
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

I would say it wasn't my house, and that was already negotiated.

Apr 03, 2017 12:49 PM
Rainmaker
5,136,486
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

That is funny, I ask them the last time they told their  boss they would work for less.

 

Apr 03, 2017 09:29 AM
Rainmaker
4,434,227
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

It has not happened to me

Apr 02, 2017 07:18 PM
Ambassador
3,641,595
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

I look at them and say - No.  I learned this years ago and it has always worked for me.  They really know better than to go down that road.....

Apr 02, 2017 01:52 PM
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