
552 | How to Talk to Agents (Without Losing Your Leverage When Negotiating)
About this episode
Most buyers think negotiation is about being the loudest in the room...
But the truth?
The best negotiators are calm, strategic, and silent at the right time.
Especially with the rising tide, and as Ben says in today’s episode, changing market sentiment. We’re equipping you with the skills you need to negotiate through this next active market cycle.
We’ll unpack:
💥 The mistakes most buyers make before the negotiation even starts
📊 How to prep like a pro (sold tab, vendor motivation, the XYZ’s of walk-away price, and more!)
🧠 Why “tactical empathy” and silence are your secret weapons
🛑 What NOT to do if you want the agent to take you seriously
🎙️ And 6 powerful insights from FBI hostage negotiator, Chris Voss (From Ep 457!)
Listen now folks!
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