Wow, awesome post! Thanks so much Gene cuz I sure would have caved at $5K!
It's funny that you mention them playing "mom 'n' pop" because I imagine a company being smart enough to send that first email through hotmail, excite or yahoo. It's not like they'd email you from...
marketing@deeppocketscompany.com
What kind of comments gave them away as being from a big company??
See, Gene's post is perfect for a "Negotiations Forum!" : )
Thanks again!
Lyte