We listed the house at 105,000. Had a buyer, but her financing fell through. A month later, (2 months on the market) lowered it to 100,000. It is the lowest in the neighborhood, and has new roof, flooring throughout, all appliances are less than 4 years old,including air conditioner. Move in ready.

Buyers offered 90,000 and wanted 3000 for closing costs, and all appliances and $1000 entertainment center. We countered back at 101,000 and they countered with 95,500 and 1500 in closing costs. We bought this house 5 years ago, finished the basement and upgraded it immensely. When all is said and done, we will walk away with only 7000. We want to counter, realtor says that is the most buyers can do. And that the market (columbus oh) is not that great. What should we do? It's just hard to think that a month ago, we would have been able to get 14000 as opposed to 7000. She says buyers really like the house, offered low because they can. It's what they do in this market.