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Tried a higher bid on a gut job in Lynn, got the job instead of losing it
I usually lowball to get my foot in the door, but last month I threw a number 18% higher than my normal estimate on a full bathroom reno in Lynn, MA. Figured I'd get laughed off, but the homeowner actually said they were worried about guys who bid too low because they cut corners. I learned that some clients read cheap as a red flag, not a deal. Has anyone else tested pricing way above your comfort zone and seen it land?
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sarah_mason1mo ago
That higher bid trick feels scary at first, but honestly it makes sense when you think about it. People with money in Lynn have been burned before by the low guys who disappear or leave a mess. Your number probably felt like a sign you actually care about doing it right, not just grabbing cash. I get the worry about pricing yourself out, but sometimes the right client sees the value in a fair price. Good for you for trusting that instinct, it's a hard habit to break when you're used to grinding for every job.
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