Biography of the buyer is not necessary

Absoutely correct.  A well qualified buyer is the one most important part of the contract.  Great article!

Hi Lee Ann, I agree!  Thanks for the excellent post.

Lee Ann - Excellent information. Thank you for posting a very good blog.

I agree, the bottom line is what will determine whether a seller will accept or not.

In today's world and real estate market I agree with what you said.  But, I remember when a hand written introduction note from the potential buyer to the seller did mean something to a seller who loved the home they were now selling.

Sue of Robin and Sue

I politely disagree, somewhat...  The tone and perspective in which your post is written seems to suggest that you, not your client is making the decision. As there's no voice inflection with words on a pc screen, it's difficult to ascertain.

I have often submitted letters written by buyer clients that were genuine and displayed sincerity in purchasing the home. I think you fail to understand sellers; to a seller, the 'property' is their 'home' with an emotional attachment. To a typical buyer, it's merely a 'house' as there's no existing relationship with the structure. Providing a little warmth from the heart goes a long way to connecting with the seller. No doubt the buyer's qualifications to purchase, along with an acceptable price and terms, are essential to an accepted offer.

Perhaps New Yorkers are different creatures. In the Gulf South, the culture and custom is a bit more warm and inviting.

Lee Ann, Although it's nice to know the buyers' story, a low-ball offer is an insult to the seller.  Plain and simple. 

On the other hand, some sellers need to have a reality check if their home is overpriced.  "A home's worth is what a buyer is willing to pay, at this time, in this area."  A Realtor's mantra.

If it's priced correctly, a buyer should never try to swindle a seller by using the seller's emotions. 

Your job, as the seller's OR "buyer's" Realtor, is a hard one.  YOU have to be the peacemaker/psychologist/negotiator/mediator etc.  Because of these complex roles, a Realtor MUST know the market.  Good Realtors do! 

Much continued success as a Realtor in Western New York!

The bottom line usually determines the outcome. But in multiple offer situations, knowing something about a buyer and their agent may help the seller decide on the offer most likely to succeed.

The lone low offer needs no bio.