I think if you are a serious buyer send the guy a certified cheque and a written offer. If you can be there personally (or have an agent) to examine the negotiations can be be more realistic. As I said asking is just a starting number.
Many times if have been offered crazy 5 digit offers by people I know are just fishing hoping I bite. Serious offers need to be done in a serious way.
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