Talking Realty
Handling Offers From iBuyers Like OpenDoor & OfferPad | Ep 27
Understanding iBuyers: Navigating Cash Offers Successfully. In this episode of ‘Talking Realty,’ host Glen Whitten discusses the rise of iBuyers—companies that purchase homes for cash with the intention of renting or flipping them. He explains how these cash-heavy institutional buyers operate, the potential pitfalls for sellers, and strategies to leverage their offers for better results.
Glen emphasizes the importance of thoroughly reading contracts and being wary of fine print and hidden fees. He also shares practical advice on using iBuyer offers to create urgency among other potential buyers. Additionally, Glen discusses various scenarios that can affect the stability of these deals before concluding with insights on how iBuyers can fit into a broader home-selling strategy.
Key Moments:
- 00:00 Introduction to iBuyers
- 01:57 Understanding the iBuyer Process
- 05:09 Evaluating iBuyer Offers
- 07:59 Potential Pitfalls and Fine Print
- 10:06 Leveraging iBuyer Offers
- 33:28 Final Thoughts and Advice
Resources Mentioned:
- Open Door Offers
- Offerpad Offers
- Other iBuyers
- Episode 16: How To Get Multiple Offers When You Sell
- Episode 15: How To Use Offer Deadlines
- Episode 7: If It’s Not Selling…It’s Overpriced. (Period)
- Episode 6: How To Price Your Home
- Online Home Prep Course
- “You Can Sell It” by Glen Whitten
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