Checklist: handle an inbound inquiry without leaving money on the table

Checklist: handle an inbound inquiry without leaving money on the table

A buyer who emails first is qualified. Don't blow it with a slow or cheap reply.

The response play
— Reply within hours — interest cools fast
— Never blurt your bottom price; state your asking number with confidence
— Ask one question about their use case to gauge budget
— If they counter low, hold firm once before any movement
— Use an escrow service for any sale over a few hundred dollars

📌 Pick of the day: the first number anchors the whole deal — make it your ask, not your floor.

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