In many cases, yes! Read on...
Your offer is reasonable and sincere
The home has been on the market for an extended
period of time (landlord may be getting
"motivated")
The home is priced above the market (there
is room to negotiate)
There are no other offers on the home
You have excellent credit (high FICO score, low
debt, no derogatory items)
You fit the desired profile for the home (no pets, non-smoker, etc)
You are ready to move in by the desired occupancy date
You are willing to pay the requested security deposits and other costs
You are offering an unrealistic price
The home is new on the market (no motivation yet)
The lease price is already lower than similar homes on the market
There are other offers on the table, including a full-price offer
You have bad credit
You ask for lots of other concessions like modifications to the home, changes to terms, etc.
You delay the move-in date
You haggle over other costs such as the security deposit, pet deposit, utilities, etc .
Footnote: I was browsing another web site on lease negotiation, which stated, "The best negotiation time is during the signing of the lease when the landlord has approved you...... and is ready to close the deal" . I strongly disagree with this advice and find it to be unethical and dishonest. I recommend instead that you be up-front and honest, by asking for all lease terms at the same time that you present your application, credit report, and references.
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