Closed-ended questions vs Open questions
Rental Negotiation
Closed-ended question 1: “Can you lower the rent?”
First example of an open question ❓🤔
“What factors do you consider when setting the rental price?”
Second example of an open question ❓🤔
“How could we reach an agreement that benefits both parties?”
Third example of an open question ❓🤔
“What alternatives could we explore regarding the price?”
Closed-ended question 2: “Do you accept pets?”
First example of an open question ❓🤔
“What experiences have you had with tenants who have pets?”
Second example of an open question ❓🤔
“What policies do you have regarding pets in the property?”
Third example of an open question ❓🤔
“What conditions would you consider necessary to accept pets?”
Closed-ended question 3: “Is parking included?”
First example of an open question ❓🤔
“How do you handle parking options?”
Second example of an open question ❓🤔
“What parking alternatives exist in the area?”
Third example of an open question ❓🤔
“What solutions could we consider for the parking situation?”
Closed-ended question 4: “Do you require two months’ deposit?
First example of an open question ❓🤔
“How do you typically structure guarantee conditions?”
Second example of an open question ❓🤔
“What deposit options could we consider?”
Third example of an open question ❓🤔
“What factors influence your guarantee requirements?”
Closed-ended question 5: “Do you allow modifications to the apartment?”
First example of an open question ❓🤔
“What types of changes have been allowed for previous tenants?”
Second example of an open question ❓🤔
“How could we adapt the space to my needs?”
Third example of an open question ❓🤔
“What process do you follow to approve property modifications?”