How to win a multiple offer situation?

[Jason Kaufman]

The Dallas market is getting very competitive and I would say the majority of my offers are in multiple offer situations. I was wondering if anyone had any creative ways to close the deal. While bringing more money to the table is probably the best way to win but then you have to deal with the appraisal. My thought were to cover more of the sellers closing cost instead of adding to the price might seal the deal. Just wondering if anyone had any other ideas.