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Low Ball

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Low Ball
A slang term for an offer that is significantly below the fair value of an asset or group of assets.

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This tactic is often used when a potential seller is in desperation and may need to liquidate assets quickly. For example, if someone were to offer $2500 for an $8000 asset, this would likely be considered a low-ball offer.


Low ball
Slang for making an offer well below the fair value of an asset in hopes that the seller may be desperate to sell.

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