When you ask, “Is it okay if I give you a call?”, you’re giving the seller permission to say no. And most of the time… they will.
Instead, give them two options that both get you on the phone.
Example:
“It’s difficult to provide a fair offer through text. I’d like to learn more about your property and discuss how we can provide the best possible offer. Would a call today or tomorrow work?”
See how the only options are today or tomorrow? No room to say “no,” and you’ve also given a reason why you need to call instead of texting.
Never let the whole conversation happen over text, you’re training them to stay in that channel, and deals don’t close over text.
The phone is where deals happen.
This small change could be the difference between closing the deal or losing the lead.