In the new Netflix show No Good Deed, Lisa Kudrow and Ray Romano star in a hilarious series about the drama and competition of buying a dream home.
The story features three couples fighting for a 1920s villa, using wild strategies to win the house.
While the show is fictional, the battle for homes is very real—and buyers today are doing some crazy things to secure their dream property!
With fewer homes for sale and high interest rates, buyers are coming up with creative ways to stand out.
It’s not just about offering the highest price anymore; sometimes it’s about offering something unique to make your bid irresistible.
Here are some of the wildest tactics homebuyers have used to win:
1. A Rare Tesla and Vintage Games
One buyer offered a limited edition Tesla and his collection of vintage arcade games. The seller couldn’t resist the deal!
2. NFL Season Tickets
Another buyer went all out by offering their NFL season tickets as part of the deal. It worked, and they got the house!
3. Love Letters and Concert Invitations
Some buyers write heartfelt letters about why they love the house. One buyer even invited the sellers to an NY Philharmonic concert! It sealed the deal.
4. Gourmet Meals
A couple of chefs in Chicago offered a year’s worth of gourmet meals to the sellers, prepared in their future home. The sellers loved the idea!
5. Chicken Soup and Challah
A family in Phoenix figured the best way to win a home was by showing up with homemade chicken soup and challah for the Jewish sellers. They made an offer above asking price, and it worked!
6. Puppies to Win Over Sellers
In Los Angeles, a couple borrowed a puppy to make their offer stand out. They presented it as a “family dog” for their new home. The sellers couldn’t resist the adorable gesture.
7. The Cat Offer
In Santa Monica, a family tried to win a home by offering to take the seller’s cat along with the house.
Unfortunately, this one backfired, and the sellers rejected the offer!
8. Treats for the Agents
Some buyers even go the extra mile to impress the real estate agents.
One buyer sent their offer taped to a pizza box, and another catered an entire lunch for the agent’s office!
9. Free Personal Training
A buyer once offered the sellers free personal training for a year in the home’s fitness studio.
It worked, and the buyer got the house.
10. Extended Escrow to Help With Divorce
In Houston, a couple found out that the sellers were going through a divorce.
Instead of focusing on their own needs, the buyers offered an extended escrow period so the sellers had more time to find another home.
The sellers were touched, and they accepted the offer.
The takeaway here is that buyers should focus on what the sellers need, rather than just what they want.
Whether it’s offering a unique gift, paying attention to their emotions, or just being creative, it’s all about making a connection.
So, what crazy tactic would you use to win your dream home?