A situation with dozens of offers: Obviously, a very high offer (and cash) will get the attention, but what other tips and techniques will get a seller and listing realtor's attention? Thanks

I second @Jonathan Greene - a fast closing isn't always what the seller wants. My clients have offered gratis post settlement occupancies as a way to sweeten their offer (if thats what the seller needs). My advice is to call the listing agent and ask them how to get the seller's attention. If you have a buyers agent and they haven't already made that call then I also suggest getting yourself a more proactive agent.

Talk to the sellers agent and see what's important to the seller. How bad do you want the home? Price may not be what's most important to them

Waive the contingencies you feel comfortable with, move up closing dates, have lenders engage with agents, show proof of funds right away, and show your ability to purchase the property. Best of luck!

Offer 3-7% over list price (average in my neighborhood), waive pretty much everything, cross your fingers, and say a prayer before bed.

Your offer is a package. How clean is the contract, can you match the seller's needs (closing quick is not always the win, some sellers need a long close or use and occupancy - your job is to find out everything the seller needs to move and match it within reason), did you explain your proof of funds or pre-approval (FHA loans are looked at the wrong way by most listing agents, when you explain it as an investment strategy and that you can pay way more and there are no FHA issues in the home it can take the stress off, but it's still not cash). These are some things that help. Your buying agent knowing the other agents helps. But a lot of the time when people ask this, they are looking for a magic bullet and there isn't one. Don't waive your life away for a property, look harder for properties where you don't have to do that. Just keep at it.

Closing fast, waiving the inspection (not for everybody, proceed with caution if you go this route) or offering to make up the difference in cash of an appraisal that falls short of the sale price are few options.

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