Frequently Ask Questions (FAQ):

I Negotiate 4 You receives many questions about our negotiation services. The most frequently asked questions and their answers are listed below. If you have a question not answered below, please give us a call.

  • Fee Questions
  • Buying Services
  • Financial Negotiations
  • Home Improvement
  • Vehicles & Other Purchases
  1. If I select one fee option, can I change options if it appears that the other option would be more
    favorable to me?
    2. During our initial consultation, we’ll determine which option best suits you. Then we’ll ask you to sign a contract and then proceed to get results on your behalf. Once the agreement is signed, it can no longer be changed.
  2. What if I decide not to use the quote you obtained for me on a new vehicle, do I still have to pay you?
    3. We want you to be completely satisfied. We will be working closely with you to understand what your needs and priorities are. If for some reason, you choose not to use the quote we get for you, you do not owe us anything.

 

  1. I am a jobber and I deal with numerous suppliers. I am very happy with them. Why would I want to change?
    2. Our negotiators are highly skilled at obtaining goods and services, of equal or better quality, for lower prices. In some cases we can negotiate with your present suppliers and service providers for better pricing. In many cases, we find equal or better quality at significantly lower prices!
  2. I am a VERY busy professional and I travel a great deal. I don’t have time to research, interview, and negotiate a fair price on a room addition to my home. If I employ your services, why should I believe you would get me the best price?
    3. Our negotiators have been field tested. Many clients go out and see if they can beat the price we are able to negotiate for them. When they find that no one does better, they have answered their own version of your question. Each client has the option to do this as well. Our guarantee is always, if comparison doesn't show that we got a better price for you, then you owe us nothing.

 

  1. If I choose to use your negotiation services, how do I explain to (the hospital, insurance company, my boss, or another party) who you are?
    2. Depending on your specific circumstances, we will help you craft an appropriate message. An example of this would be:

    "I find it difficult to communicate effectively and comfortably in situations like this. I’ve hired a professional to communicate with you on my behalf. I’ve spent a lot of time explaining to Robert what my needs and concerns are. I’ve asked him to communicate them to you more clearly than I might be able to. Robert has a background as a professional mediator, so I feel confident that he’ll help resolve this issue in a fair and balanced way. He specializes in communicating in a way that is pleasant and effective. I’d like you to treat him as if you were talking to me."

  2. Once you start on my case, how long does it take to complete the negotiation process?
    3. Different types of negotiations vary significantly in how long they take. Once we understand the details of your situation, we will be able to provide guidelines about how long the process may take. Using our professional negotiating services usually speeds up the process immensely.
  3. I'm currently engaged in a dispute. Can you help me even though the process has already begun?
    4. Our experience has been that we can be effective joining the process at any point. We can be particularly helpful when a negotiation has reached a difficult point or an impasse.

 

  1. I'm planning a home improvement. If I decide to use the option where you obtain a lower price than I can, what exactly do I need to provide you?
    2. We'll assist you in getting a detailed bid from your contractor. We need a detailed bid in order to get you a better price.
  2. I would prefer to use my own contractor. Can I use your service to get a better price from him?
    3. Yes. There are several ways that we may accomplish this. For example, since we represent the possibility of additional business for your contractor, we may be able to negotiate a better deal for you.

 

  1. I'm buying a new car. I want to use the option where you provide me a better price. However, the car dealer I talked to was reluctant to give me a written quote.
    2. Car dealers often hesitate to provide a deal in writing. However, we can help you get a quote in writing. A written quote is necessary in the process of negotiating a better price from other dealers.
  2. How can you beat the prices offered by large volume buying services like AAA or my credit union?
    3. Large buying services don't always negotiate for all the incentives, discounts, and holdbacks that individual dealerships have available.
  3. Can you negotiate a large purchase, such as a piece of property or a small plane?
    4. Absolutely! Anything is negotiable. Discounts are always available; our job is to obtain them for you.
  4. If you save me a large amount on a car purchase, do I have to pay you a lump sum or do you have other payment options?
    5. Should your situation require it, we can provide alternative payment plans. We also accept major credit cards.