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ripple34 said:I called up and said 'I'd like to put in a higher offer'
Agent (testily): 'The vendor's not taking any more offers. She's sticking with the one she's got.'
Me: 'Ok well let me know if anything changes'
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Poor vendor. I wasn't even asked what my new offer was!
THIS is what they paid for?1 -
I think you can tell from my postings I'm not at all bitter
Thanks for the character-assessment.
Seem to be a few judgemental folk on here when all that was asked for was advice, then I took the time to follow up for those kind people who helped.
How do you know that's what was instructed? - she didn't put it to the vendor. Seems an odd response to have off the cuff.
The property was unsold for nearly five months with some really bad marketing photos. There were also EA-caused issues with organising a viewing. But you can do and say what you like as an estate agent.
And most people just accept it without question.0 -
How do you know that's what was instructed? - she didn't put it to the vendor. Seems an odd response to have off the cuff.
Agent (testily): 'The vendor's not taking any more offers. She's sticking with the one she's got.'
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ripple34 said:How do you know that's what was instructed?Because I can read the legislation on the official government website?Unless an agent has been specifically instructed by the seller then they legally have to pass on all offers. And why wouldn't they if they were allowed to? The more the property sells for the more commision they get...0
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Slithery said:ripple34 said:How do you know that's what was instructed?Because I can read the legislation on the official government website?Unless an agent has been specifically instructed by the seller then they legally have to pass on all offers. And why wouldn't they if they were allowed to? The more the property sells for the more commision they get...0
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Further update : I GOT THE HOUSE!
And only for a £3500 uplift.
The first buyer pulled out due to chain issues.
I put this here to give hope to others in the same situation, as it seems many first offers DO fall through. Yippee!!7 -
Persistence clearly pays off. Congrats.1
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How kind, ph
Thank you!
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Congratulations! That is a great result. I hope the purchase continues smoothly for you.1
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Thank you very much!
Appreciate that.0
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