06/14/2026
π₯ $5,000 Feels Bigger Than It Is... Until You See Where It Goes
A lot of buyers look at a $235,000 home and think:
"If I can get the seller down to $230,000, I'll save $5,000!"
And yes, $5,000 is a lot of money.
But here's the twist π
On a 30-year mortgage, that $5,000 price reduction is spread across 360 monthly payments. The impact on your monthly payment may be much smaller than you expect.
In many cases, offering the full $235,000 and negotiating a $5,000 seller concession can have a much bigger impact by:
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Reducing your cash needed to close
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Helping cover closing costs
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Potentially creating more flexibility in your overall financing strategy
The best offer isn't always the lowest offer. Sometimes it's about putting the money where it helps you the most.
π¬ Want to see the actual numbers and how this works in real life? Check out the video linked below. The difference may surprise you!
Stacey Iseler, Mortgage Advisor, 2231231
Handley Mortgage Solutions
NEXA Lending, 1660690