EPISODE · Dec 23, 2025 · 13 MIN
Is the First Offer Really the Best? A Story-Heavy Guide for Sellers⎥Ep. 2295
from The Property Academy Podcast · host Opes Partners
You’ve listed your property … the first offer comes in … but is it really the best one you’ll get?In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the old real estate saying “the first offer is often the best” – and whether you should trust it or hold out for a higher price.You’ll learn:When it makes sense to reject an early offer and wait for competitionWhether the “first offer is best” rule is genuine wisdom or just agent pressureHow one homeowner made an extra $400k by choosing to hold outEd and Andrew unpack real case studies and give you a practical framework to judge any offer confidently and avoid leaving money on the table.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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You’ve listed your property … the first offer comes in … but is it really the best one you’ll get?In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the old real estate saying “the first offer is often the best” – and whether you should trust it or hold out for a higher price.You’ll learn:When it makes sense to reject an early offer and wait for competitionWhether the “first offer is best” rule is genuine wisdom or just agent pressureHow one homeowner made an extra $400k by choosing to hold outEd and Andrew unpack real case studies and give you a practical framework to judge any offer confidently and avoid leaving money on the table.Don't forget to create your free Opes+ account and Wealth Plan here.For more from Opes Partners:Sign up for the weekly Private Property newsletterInstagramTikTok
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