Just Write an Offer !

In SAN DIEGO, the best and fasted way to get a response to see what the seller's motivation is to just "Write the Offer". 

I'm constantly bombarded with questions from buyers asking, "What do you think they will take?", "How low will they go?" or "Do you think the market has bottomed out?"  No one in this country can predict what the future holds for San Diego real estate.  We can all give our professional "best guess" but that's about it.  I try to avoid making predictions because this market is so "unpredictable".

If your Realtor is taking the time out of their busy schedules to drive around and show you properties that meet your search criteria, then you should be prepared to "Write An Offer" when you locate a home you like.  In this tough market, I wish I had a dollar for everytime I got a call from a Realtor asking me what I think the seller will take, my answer is always the same, "Write an offer and we will negotiate from there."  I think most buyers are scared of writing an offer because they are not well informed of the process. 

An offer is simply a binding contract between a buyer and seller with a contingency period or "Free Look".  Until you remove contingencies and you are completely satisfied with all your inspections, your deposit is safe.

You can change your mind any time during the contingency period and lose nothing.  Ask your Realtor about the process and do not be scared about writing an offer.

TALK IS CHEAP, PUT IT IN WRITING!