EP: 2295•23 Dec 2025

Is the First Offer Really the Best A Story-Heavy Guide for Sellers⎥Ep. 2295

About this episode

You’ve listed your property … the first offer comes in … but is it really the best one you’ll get?

In this episode, Ed and Andrew dig into the old real estate saying “the first offer is often the best” – and whether you should trust it or hold out for a higher price.

You’ll learn:

-When it makes sense to reject an early offer and wait for competition

-Whether the “first offer is best” rule is genuine wisdom or just agent pressure

-How one homeowner made an extra $400k by choosing to hold out

Ed and Andrew unpack real case studies and give you a practical framework to judge any offer confidently and avoid leaving money on the table.

Inspired by today's case study? Find out if you can afford an investment property with our quick quiz.

Ok, now for the legal bit:

The Property Academy Podcast is for your general information. It’s not financial advice.

So the hosts aren’t telling you what to do with your own money. We’ve made every effort to make sure the information is accurate. But we occasionally get the odd fact wrong.

Make sure you do your own research or talk to a financial adviser before making any investment decisions.

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