Listen "Why Your First Offer Probably Won’t Win — And That’s Okay"
Episode Synopsis
Losing out on your first property offer hurts — but it’s not the failure you think it is.In fact, it’s a powerful training ground.In this episode, Veronica and Meighan unpack why most first offers don’t win and why that’s actually a good thing. You’ll learn how rejection sharpens your instincts, builds negotiation skills, and helps you understand the market like a pro — from reading agent tactics to spotting real value versus hype.They also reveal the biggest traps buyers fall into after losing — from emotional rebounding and overpaying to blaming the “rigged” market — and how to stay strategic instead of desperate. Through real client stories and decades of experience, they’ll show you how every missed offer brings you one step closer to landing the right home at the right price.So if you’ve just had your first “no,” don’t panic — you’re learning the ropes.By the end of this episode, you’ll see rejection for what it really is: preparation for success.Listen now and learn how to turn setbacks into strategy — and why persistence always pays off.Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction01:33 – Inside the Negotiation Game: What Buyers Often Miss02:04 – From Rejection to Strategy: Lessons from a “No”03:59 – Rookie Mistakes That Can Cost You Your First Home05:47 – How to Build Resilience After Missing Out07:33 – Bouncing Back Smarter After a Lost Offer14:27 – Desperation Is Dangerous: Stay Strategic, Not Scared20:47 – Persistence Pays Off: Keep Showing Up24:12 – Join Our First Home Buyer CommunityMentionsEP 244 - Avoiding Auction Regret: Lessons from a Victoria Buyer’s $43K LossCourse Details:THE First Home Buyer Course is our Step-By-Step, No BS Guide to Every Stage of The Home Buying Process – It’s the next best thing to having your own buyer’s agent. With our expert guidance, you’ll know what to do at every step along the way. Become a home owner faster and easier. Click here: https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/YFHBGIf you enjoyed today’s podcast, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share the show! There’s more to come, so we hope to have you along with us on this journey!Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@YourFirstHomeBuyerGuidePodcastSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/your-first-home-buyer-guide-podcast/id1544701825Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7GyrfXoqvDxjqNRv40NVQs?si=7c8bc4362fab421f
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