Reverse Down Payment Assistance: The Value Proposition No One Is Talking About
May 20, 2025Every agent is out here fighting for more listings, but what if the key to dominating your market isn’t just about pricing, marketing, or staging, but about money that’s already sitting on the table?
What most agents overlook is that some listings come with built-in financial power: I’m talking about reverse down payment assistance.
This is money that can be layered to cover buyer agent compensation without your seller having to give up a dime. In today’s market, where buyers are hesitant and sellers want to net top dollar, this strategy is an absolute game-changer.
In this episode, I’m breaking down how I use reverse down payment assistance and program stacking to attract buyers, help sellers net more, and give agents a value proposition no one else is talking about.
No matter what a loan originator says, every real estate professional has to understand that flow of money and do what’s in the best interest of your client. -Marki Lemons Ryhal
Things You’ll Learn In This Episode
- The anointed listing advantage
What does it mean for a property to have an anointing, and how can you use that to make your listings irresistible? - Reverse down payment strategy
How can buyers get $20k+ in assistance without your seller offering a dime, and what does that mean for your commission? - How to walk into any listing appointment with the upper hand
What value can you offer sellers that puts you ahead of every other agent they’re interviewing?
About Your Host
Marki Lemons Ryhal is a Licensed Managing Broker, REALTOR® and avid volunteer.
She is a dynamic keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, both on-site and virtual; she's the go-to expert for artificial Intelligence, entrepreneurship, and social media in real estate. Marki Lemons Ryhal is dedicated to all things real estate, and with 25+ years of marketing experience, Marki has taught over 250,000 REALTORS® how to earn up to a 2682% return on their marketing dollars. Marki’s expertise has been featured in Forbes, Washington Post, http://Homes.com , and REALTOR® Magazine.
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