10/21/2026
The highest offer isn't always the strongest offer. That distinction matters a lot. 💡
I've seen it happen. A seller accepts the highest bid, only to watch the transaction unravel during escrow due to financing gaps, unrealistic contingencies, or a buyer who simply wasn't prepared to perform.I take a comprehensive approach to evaluating every offer.
I look at:
▪️ The strength and source of the buyer's financing
▪️ The terms and contingencies attached to the offer
▪️ The proposed timeline and how it aligns with your plans
▪️ The overall risk profile of the transaction from acceptance through close
A clean, well-structured offer at a strong price will almost always outperform a higher offer with complications. Knowing that difference is what experience looks like in practice.
When you work with me, every offer gets the analysis it deserves before you make a decision.
Jody Wilhelm, REALTOR®️ | DRE #01841856 [email protected] 916-223-6685 RE/MAX Gold Lic #01338273