Offerbat

Offerbat is a term used in the context of online auctions and trading platforms. It generally refers to a buyer who consistently makes very low offers on items, often far below the seller's expectations or the item's perceived value. These offers are sometimes referred to as "lowball offers."

The behavior of an offerbat can be seen as an attempt to secure a significant discount, exploit sellers who are eager to offload an item, or simply test the seller's willingness to negotiate. Sellers may find offerbats to be frustrating or a waste of time, as these low offers can disrupt the negotiation process.

While some sellers might consider a very low offer if the item has been listed for a long time or if they are in a desperate need to sell, many will simply ignore or reject such proposals outright. The term "offerbat" implies a pattern of this behavior rather than a single instance. In some platforms, there might be features to filter out or block users who repeatedly make unreasonable offers. Understanding the motivations behind such offers, whether it's a genuine attempt to negotiate or a tactic to test boundaries, is key for sellers when deciding how to respond.