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Published Date 4/10/2024

Potential homebuyers: Mum’s the word around a seller or a seller’s agent There is an etiquette to certain transactions in life, and buying a home calls for friendly but zipped lips when it comes to what you, as a potential buyer might say to the seller of a home that interests you. Realtor’s Liz Alterman agrees — whether it’s your first home or your fifth, it’s an emotional roller-coaster ride. But seeing something you love (or hate) can often cause you to blurt all kinds of things, some of which you might regret. “While you can confide in your agent, you might not want to be so candid around the sellers (or the listing agent working for them),” says Alterman. “The reason? Just like in ‘Law & Order,’ what you say can—and will—be used against you.” She goes on to list a few things never to say to sellers or their agents when you’re shopping for new digs. The first is to declare that it’s your dream house. Sounds lovely to everyone, but don’t forget — you haven’t begun to talk about price yet. It’s like tipping your hand in a poker game. Showing unbridled passion offers a signal to the buyer that anything goes because they believe you won’t walk away. In other words, keep discussions about the house and any negotiating strategies to yourself. Compliments are fine, but don’t gush. You may want to say something nice about the seller’s design and decor skill (if it’s true), but never, ever tell the sellers—or any agent present—that they have poor taste in decor or furniture. Just because that’s their little slice of heaven, it’s not a reason to insult them. If they get wind of your distaste they might just choose another buyer even if you were willing to pay more. And when you see something you out-and-out-hate about a house, don’t start talking about how you’d be getting rid of it right away. Bad form. Reach out for more! Realtor, TBWS

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