Is it possible to negotiate (bargain) nicely AND successfully?
548487
Negotiating can be win-win. The mission is to find the middle ground. It's delicate and takes time to read what the other person really wants. Everyone wants something. Find out their "wants" and play to them. If you go into it with the mentality of "me first" you'll lose in the long run. Establishing a long term relationship is the best way to getting long-term results. Burn someone on a deal and it will cost you in the future.
193414
Hmmm... probably not.. very possible you can get a seller to hold a seller second.. and that is hard to get sometimes..
817162
4 week is th minimum, but you can always try to negotiate
321454
Others have given you really good tips on negotiating with a salesperson, so I will just throw in some basics on negotiating in general.\n\nFirst off, know exactly what you are willing to pay, and don't quit until you get what you want for that price. A good salesman (and I should know, as I am married to one) knows the art of the sale, which involves a lot of psychology. Don't let the mind games throw you off.\n\nKnow what a reasonable price is for the item you want. There is a price that absolutely no one is going to go below, a price that is really ridiculous. Don't go there because you are just going to be disappointed. Do your homework and find out as much as you can about the item you want to buy, and find out what that reasonable basement price is. That's your goal.\n\nBe willing to walk away, and I don't mean just out to the parking lot, but away for good. If they aren't willing to negotiate with you, find someone else who is. You have cash, and someone is going to be willing to do business with you, on your terms.\n\nNever ever mention the price you are willing to pay. Offer a sum considerably lower than what you are willing to pay. That way there is plenty of wiggle room for you to go back and forth with offers and counter offers. If you start out offering 65-70% of what you are willing to pay, that leaves you room for two really good counter offers before you settle on a price. \n\nDon't get emotionally involved. I don't know the exact percentage, but I do know that more than half of sales where the buyer feels they paid to much take place because the prospective buyer let their emotions get in the way. Don't fall in love with the vision of yourself in that little red convertible, because it will undo all your work. \n\nThis last pointer is terrible, but it's a fact of life. If you are woman, consider taking a man with you. Many salespeople think that a woman can be walked on, but will tread more carefully if there's a man on hand. A strong-willed man is the best bet. Take your dad, brother, or boyfriend with you, and discuss your strategy ahead of time. Let him be the strong one, even if that feels like you are giving up control of the situation--just make sure he knows exactly what you want him to do.\n\nBest of luck :)
662028
one's got more realistic prices
299089
Looks like you have some offers- good luck,\nride safely and well!
733153
I can, when I get lucky. Now what was that other stuff you mentioned? Something about politeness?
709074
Post a Policy Statement on the Front Door.\n\nTry negotiation - no money , no looking after boo-boo.\n\nGet payment in advance....\n\nBeats working for nothing.
307805
You can always negotiate, it's just a matter of what the market will bear. You can't swing a dead cat in NY without hitting an attorney, so you can always try another one (or ten). However (i) ask yourself what is the incentive for the attorney to go lower than he/her peers; and (ii) do you really want to hire a cut rate or discount attorney? Would you go to a discount doctor? Would you eat bargain sushi?\n\nSympathies to you on your loss and good luck finding counsel.
213444
I agree cash. If you offer to pay the contractor cash he may lower his price
712282
That's no bargain...so purchase independently or tell him about it.  Maybe they are being raked over the coals..so to speak.
206859
Locate the item for purchase. \nSubmit a bid. \nCome to terms with the vendor on the price.\nSubmit a purchase order.
952452
Don't wait till closing to ask for concessions.  They should be part of your contract to buy.  If they are not in the contract to buy, they do not have to be given for the sale to close and you will be the loser.
389625
Absolutely NOT! Just wait another year, or two years max and you'll see a very significant savings. Even if prices remain constant you'll be in a much stronger negotiating position. This it the very end of a very long sellers market. A buyers market is just around the corner. Just be a little patient!
4076
Well, as far as I know, there is always an ambiguity about such offers. But if you have nothing to loose, then you can go and try it for just a single time. You can check one such add at http://www.videopimp.com
916445
If you compete only on price then you are on a downward spiral. If you get the contract at a low price then someone else will come along who will offer to do it cheaper yet. It is a losing strategy.\n\nWhy not explain that your workers have been trained to do a thorough job and are very careful with their client's property? If you compete on value you could get the job and still make a profit.
779449
TO VAGUE TO TELL. ASK FOR THE HIGHEST AND NEGOTIATE FROM THERE.