Buyer communication

Buyer Message Templates for Offers, Measurements, and Pickup Questions

By The Garage Sail team··2 min read

Low-ball offer

Thanks for the offer! I've priced this from recently sold comps. I can meet you at [FAIR PRICE], but that's my best. Let me know.

Measurement request

Sure — measurements: pit-to-pit [X]", length [Y]", sleeve [Z]". Happy to add more if you need.

Local pickup

Yes, local pickup works. I'm in [NEIGHBORHOOD] and can meet weekends between 10am–4pm. Cash or Zelle at pickup.

Shipping timeline

Ships within one business day after payment clears. USPS Ground Advantage with tracking. 3–5 business days.

Tips

  • Reply within a couple hours.
  • Never argue. Repeat terms once, then move on.
  • Save templates in a text expander.

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