Blog Stories Against the Odds

Against the Odds

By Marissa Sainz, September 21, 2018

I met with Molly and Greg to discuss what they were looking for in their first house.  They told me three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a mid century ranch style home.  We looked at quite a few but none of them got Molly and Greg excited.  Then they sent me a listing for a two bedroom, one bathroom, bungalow style home built in 1948.  We walked through and it was clear this was the house for them.

I called the listing agent to find out if there were any other offers as the home had only been on the market for 2 days.  He said there was a cash offer coming in.  I probed him for what terms would make the seller choose a financed offer over a cash offer.  He told me some of the seller concerns regarding inspections and repairs as well as timing to move to their next home.  Molly and Greg put together a strong offer addressing the seller’s concerns.  Once sent the listing agent called to let me know two additional offers were coming in and the seller wasn’t going to respond to any offers for 3 days.

Another call to Molly and Greg allowed them to adjust their offer a bit in terms and a slightly higher price.  We asked their lender to call the listing agent to make sure he knew what great borrowers they are.  And then we waited.

3 days later the listing agent called to let me know the seller had chosen Molly and Greg’s offer!  He said there were higher priced offers, but our attention to the seller’s needs in other terms made the difference.  I love letting buyers know when their offer is chosen in a multiple offer situation, but it is even sweeter when they are chosen over a cash offer.

Marissa Sainz

Broker | Earth Advantage | OR

She/Her

Whether you want to live in a hip Pearl District condo or a unique east side bungalow I am here to help you find the perfect home. The Pearl District and the close in surrounding neighborhoods are exciting and evolving areas and where I focus my business...
Read More
  • T: 512-736-6111
  • marissa@livingroomre.com

You might also enjoy

Just Listed! Excellent Investment or Owner-Occupant Opportunity in the Heart of Richmond

Jennifer O'Brien

4218-4220 SE Ivon St. Portland, Oregon, 97206 Discover a fantastic investment or owner-occupant opportunity in this...

Just Sold: Roseway Bungalow

Antoinette Berg

3316 NE 66th Ave Portland, OR 97213 The dreamiest 1920’s bungalow in Roseway. Out front is...

Just Sold: Villebois Townhome

Antoinette Berg

28554 SW Dundee Ln Wilsonville, OR 97070 Charming townhome in Villebois featuring a front courtyard perfect...

Just Sold: Oregon City Acreage

Antoinette Berg

16410 Hiram Ave Oregon City, OR 97045 Spacious home on a rare, large lot in Oregon...