Have you set your sights on an apartment and it seems like exactly what you want? Are you thinking about trying to negotiate the price, but don't know where to start or what you can really achieve? Discussions about money can be uncomfortable, especially when it comes to large sums. However, anyone who enters a negotiation unprepared risks leaving with a lighter wallet than necessary.
Very rarely does a homeowner expect to sell at the initial price, no matter how firm the listing sounds. Most of the time, that price includes a negotiation margin. That's why, if you start with the idea that nothing is negotiable, you risk losing money from the outset.
Owners or agents know the game. They leave room for maneuver. The question is how much and how can you take advantage of it?
Before talking about money, gather information
How long has the apartment been listed?
Has the price been reduced before?
What is the average market price in the area for similar properties?
What amenities does it have compared to other comparable offers?
This data gives you a clear picture of the negotiation potential. An apartment that has been on the market for three months without serious interest comes with greater motivation from the seller.
