10. Counteroffer


A: Good day, Thomas. We have an offer on your house.

B: That's good! I hope it's better than the last one.

A: It is, Thomas.

B: Okay, let's hear it.

A: The offer is $275,000.

B: $275,000! That's $35,000 under the listing.

A: I know, Thomas, but I think we should consider it.

B: Why would I consider this price?

A: We should counteroffer. I think we can work with this buyer.

B: I won't take less than $300,000. You know that.

A: Let's consider the counteroffer. The house has issues.

B: Okay, I listen to you.