{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"#AskElla SHOW","title":"How to Buy a Home Under Asking Price in 2026","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":416,"description":"Can you still buy a home below asking price in 2026? Yes — if you know what signals to look for.\nMost buyers assume they must pay the list price (or more). Smart buyers know that the list price is just a starting point.In this episode, I explain how experienced buyers negotiate homes under asking price, even in higher-priced neighborhoods and even with mortgage rates around 6%.If you’re planning to buy a home in today’s market, understanding these negotiation signals could save you tens of thousands of dollars.I break down the real indicators that tell you when a seller may accept a lower offer — and how to structure that offer so it actually gets accepted.🔎 In This Episode, I Cover:Why list price is not the same as real market valueThe 30–45 day rule that often creates negotiation leverageHow price reductions and relisted homes reveal seller motivationWhy poor listing marketing can create hidden buying opportunitiesSeasonal windows where buyers gain negotiating powerWhy unique or niche properties often sell below list priceThe most common mistake buyers make when offering under askingHow to structure a strong offer with better terms instead of priceA real client example of buying below asking priceThe smartest buyers don’t anchor to the list price.\n They anchor to market value and seller motivation.🎯 If you're planning to buy and want to understand what you can actually afford, schedule a strategy call here:\n 👉 https://www.fairway.com/lo/ella-gurfinkel-188161A strong negotiation strategy can save you more money than waiting for interest rates to drop","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/1JQmKKn11mPyRjv3aWoNIn5MGi7k846a3USRG5h__XY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lNDdm/ZmY4NjcyYjU2OTdj/MmFjNGEyMjE1NDJm/MTIxMi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}