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Tip of the Month: Why Seller Concessions Are Your Secret Weapon Right Now

Why Flexibility and a Smart Concession Strategy can help you seal the deal!

If you’ve been watching the market lately, you’ve probably noticed—there are more homes for sale right now. And when buyers have more choices, they can afford to be a little pickier about what they buy.

That’s why flexibility is becoming a big deal for sellers.

One of the biggest shifts we’re seeing? More sellers are making concessions. In fact, almost half of all sellers right now are sweetening the deal for buyers in some way—whether it’s covering closing costs, making repairs, or even tossing in a home warranty.

But here’s the thing: don’t think of concessions as giving something up. Think of them as a tool—a strategic move that can help you get your home sold faster and for a price you’re happy with.

And remember, home values have jumped a lot in the past five years. That means you likely have plenty of room to work with. Offering a concession or two might just be the thing that helps your listing stand out, without cutting into your bottom line nearly as much as you think.

The key is knowing which concessions are working best in our local market right now—because it’s not the same everywhere. If you want to get ahead at the negotiating table, let’s have a quick chat. I’ll walk you through what’s moving the needle for sellers here so you can go in with a plan.

Trisha Midgett

Hi, I’m Trisha Midgett, broker-in-charge at Midgett Realty and the lead agent of Trisha Midgett & Team, a top-producing real estate team on the Outer Banks. I’ve been helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the Outer Banks real estate market for over 30 years, with a strong focus on Hatteras Island and the surrounding OBX communities. From oceanfront vacation homes to second homes and investment properties, my team and I work across the entire Outer Banks, including Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk, Manteo, Corolla, and Ocracoke. In 2024, our team closed 212 transactions, followed by 181 transactions in 2025, reflecting a consistent track record of results in a unique coastal market. I specialize in second homes, vacation properties, short-term rental and investment real estate, and seller strategy, helping clients understand pricing, rental potential, and long-term value. With decades of experience on the Outer Banks, I bring deep local knowledge of neighborhoods, rental dynamics, and market trends to every transaction. Clients often tell me they appreciate my honest advice, fast communication, strong negotiation skills, and laid-back, easy-to-work-with approach. I’m honored to have earned over 450 five-star reviews on Zillow, 220+ Google reviews, 171 five-star Homes.com reviews, 122 five-star FastExpert reviews, and a 5-star rating on Realtor.com, with verified transaction history publicly displayed. I’ve also been recognized as one of America’s Top 100 Real Estate Agents™ for North Carolina, received HomeLight Top Producer and Top Negotiator Awards, and earned Outer Banks Coastal Life Readers’ Choice Best Real Estate Team honors. Whether you’re buying your first beach cottage, selling a vacation rental, or investing in a second home on Hatteras Island or anywhere on the Outer Banks, my team and I are here to guide you every step of the way and make the process as smooth and successful as possible.
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