
How much over the asking price should I offer on a home?
The asking price might simply serve as a starting point.
David McMillin is a contributing writer for Bankrate. David covers credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel in his work. From budgeting tips for individuals to funding strategies for aspiring business owners, his goal is simple: to help readers figure out how to save more and stress less. He is also a musician, which means he has spent a lot of time worrying about money. He applies the lessons he’s learned from that financial balancing act to offer practical advice for personal spending decisions.
David studied writing at DePauw University. He is based in Chicago and loves to discover new places. When travel returns to normal levels, he needs to visit four more states – Alaska, Utah, Oklahoma and Vermont – to check all 50 off his list.
The asking price might simply serve as a starting point.
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