Do you have a Motivated Seller?

Good question....

I would surely expect a deal if the seller was 'motivated'

But it probably would affect my offer too much since I wouldn't base my purchase decision on the 'deal' but rather the 'house'

As a home stager, not Realtor, I've always thought that seller's don't necessarily want to be known as "motivated" - is this something I'm off base with?  However, with the current market being so slow and nothing seems to be moving quickly I would think most buyers see this as all sellers must be motivated!

I like to use the word "pro-active" with my clients.  When they, the seller, are pro-active in the sale of their own home from the beginning, getting the house prepared well (that's where I come in!) before listing, getting a consultation on how the property shows from a professional, doing the work (sweat equity usually - not a lot of cash) to get the house "show ready" and then listing, these are the sellers who are motivated and responsible IMHO to ensure that their house will sell quickly and at top dollar.

I'm interested in hearing others thoughts here as well....thanks for posting Collin.