How Much to Offer on a House
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Figuring out how much to offer on a house is a delicate balancing act.
You never want to pay too much, but making a low bid could mean losing out on the house altogether. While there are no hard-and-fast rules, here are some things to consider so you can pinpoint a price likely to win over a seller without tanking your budget.
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