What to offer on a house listed at 235,000?

Don't listen to Mr T. A property tax evaluation will always be stupid low compared to what you actually get when you sell... he is screwing with you.

I would say start at a reasonable price either slightly lower or at the asking price. It is illegal in most states for one Realtor to divulge what one potential buyer has offered over another potential buyer only that it is higher than yours so that you can counter. Sometimes it can be like E-bay bidding if it is a hot property!

If you really really want it, come in slightly higher than the asking price. You're more likely to get it, but you will pay more...

I agree with other that said get a realtor.

If you are some parts in the middle of the US you could offer 5-10% lower to start, but if you are on the coasts the whole game changes.

Every market of the country is different, and without knowing your specific market, like a realtor would, it is hard to offer advice.

if you want to make an offer, go get a realtor RIGHT NOW!

it costs you nothing to have a realtor represent you as a buyer's agent!

good luck!

Go to zillow.com and less 10% or you prefer the seller to pay you the closing cost. Good luck.

check the tax appraisal value and deduct 10 %

figure out what you can afford, then offer below that. that way you have some room to go up if there's a counter offer.

Interesting question

I am interested in finding out more on this too

ask your Real Estate advisor what is a acceptable bid