The Nuggets List

Created by Nids Esplana, Modified on Thu, 29 Sep, 2022 at 10:42 AM by Nids Esplana

Negotiators nuggets idea list. This is just a list to “prompt” you or if you get stuck. In these short pieces, you are showing your value and experience. 


They can be as short as 15 seconds or as long as 60. People love to hear concise information. 


Most of these are posed as a question. The idea is that you view the question as if it was asked by a client and then offer your advice as if they were sitting in front of you having a conversation. Relax and have fun with this!! 


You are a Negotiator!!!


  1. Make sure to have a process in place, have a plan, and be systematic in rating each house

  2. Have a budget. A real budget. And stick to it!!!

  3. What is the maximum amount of my take-home pay that should go into my mortgage?

  4. What does the buyer's representation cost?

  5. What does the seller's representation cost?

  6. Do I also need a Lawyer to be involved?

  7. Are representation fees negotiable?

  8. Why are the lines of communication so important?

  9. Look for an agent that you connect with, get a Negotiator!!!

  10. Should I sell my current home before buying the new one? Can we do a contingency sale in this case?

  11. Should a buyer get pre-approved before looking for a home?

  12. What other homework should a buyer do before starting the process

  13. What is an appropriate down payment?

  14. What is earnest money? 

  15.  What is an escrow account?

  16. How much additional cash should a new buy have in reserve?

  17. What hidden cost should a new homeowner be ready for?

  18. What are closing costs?

  19. What is title insurance? Do I need it?

  20. What happens if there is a title issue? Lien or other

  21. How much should the closing costs be?

  22. Can closing costs be negotiated?

  23. How important is a home inspection?

  24. Are zoning regulations and easements some to be worried about?

  25. Is there any case when I should be willing to waive an inspection?

  26. What state-imposed regulations should I be aware of?

  27. What are the laws about lead paint?

  28. Should I require a final walk-through?

  29. How do Final walk-through issues get resolved?

  30. How do I find a great lender?

  31. How important is my credit score?

  32. What is the best plan for home insurance?

  33. What can I expect to pay for home insurance? 

  34. Should I just fold my insurance and taxes into my monthly mortgage payment?

  35. Should I plan to buy a house that I think I will need in a couple of years? Or fit today's needs and move again later?

  36. As A seller, is there any benefit to having an inspection done ahead of time?

  37. How long should I expect it will take to sell my house? What are the factors?

  38. How do you determine the value of my house?

  39. If I disagree with you on valuation can I request a high asking price?

  40. Why is there a difference in my home's assessed value as compared to the asking price?

  41. What is the value that a neighborhood can bring to a property?

  42. Does that value really affect a home's value?

  43. Why is the seller selling?

  44. Does time on market affect the value of the home?

  45. What is a competitive market analysis

  46. How important is a CMA?

  47. Should a buyer request past utility bills from the owner?

  48. Should a buyer request all information about all mechanical systems?

  49. Can warranties be transferred to mechanical systems?

  50. Find out the age of the appliances.

  51. How much should I expect my moving costs to be?

  52. Should I be overly concerned about flooding, Snow, fire, hurricane issues, etc.?

  53. How long does the average person stay in their home?

  54. What are the best ways to quickly increase the value of your home, through presale?

  55. Should I repaint it?

  56. Should I do minor renovations to drive up the home's value?

  57. What is my return on investment on those renovations?

  58. Does having a solar system help a home's value?

  59. What impact does a swimming pool have on value?


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