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

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.

Just like women. You don't know what you might miss out on unless you ask. I've punched way above my weight if you get my drift. Equate it to audio gear and see what you can end up with! All they can do is say no as long as you play nice.

just like women

Sometimes sellers so over value their stuff that a reasonable offer would probably be seen as lowball. I don't even both with an offer in those cases.

I guess unless you've sold for a long period of time you don't get it...but offers of 25 30 or even 40% of the sellers asking is bullsheet...it's like making an offer on a home...if it's 100k you don't offer 35k..well maybe you do but I'm guessing you get the big screw off dude comment......imo if making an offer be realistic and if the asking price is too high to start  keep looking .