Why do so many sellers take offense to offers on their listings?

What I’ve learned in sales / management long ago is how to read people quickly, and that same technic is applied when purchasing, even online. Having said, you have (some) legitimate questions. My best advice, sure you feel it’s a two-way street though clearly not always the case from others perspective. But to many variables at play here for a burned out dude like myself to explain. People have their reasons :-)

Had someone call me zealot once in my lifetime … I likely deserved it. And yes, related to audio purchase that worked out in my favor.

I’ve thought of getting into audio sales just because the salesmen seem so deficient. If the price is firm don’t leave the offer option available. I have bought quite a bit of audio gear in the last 10 years. I bought from the sellers because they were ready to make a deal. They gave a quick response and didn’t play games. I’m sure It’s a frustrating business with the high price of the items but negotiations have to start somewhere.

I can understand their point of view somewhat. Unlike occasional private sellers, they probably get bombarded with lowball offers frequently; and I know from being a casual seller that it's pretty annoying to list a piece for $1800.00 and get an offer for $900.00.