Thinking of Making an Offer? 4 Tips for Success. You found the perfect house. You want the house and now it is time to make an offer. This is a very important part of the process and there are a few things to consider before moving forward. Personally, my two key points are (1) be committed and (2) be flexible. Of course it is about negotiation, but go in ready to win and understand you are probably going to have to give a little. Depending on your offer, you may have to give a lot. For example, going in with a low ball offer - especially in a seller's market - it not likely to work. The seller may counter or might suggest a more realistic offer before even considering it. The point is - make a fair offer - and the possibility for success increases. Work with a real estate professional who can offer guidance to get help get you there. For some pointers, check out today's article