Limit yourself to two counteroffers maximum. Extended back-and-forth signals desperation and erodes your position with each round. If after two counters the buyer cannot reach your minimum acceptable price, the negotiation has no viable endpoint. Continuing wastes time while your listing accumulates days on market. Walk away and continue marketing - or pivot to a backup buyer who can meet your terms.
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From the seller playbook: When to Counter vs. Accept
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