How to persuade a seller to pay for closing cost?

[Brandon Shepherd]

Hi,

I am a first time buyer under a FHA loan for a $350,000 home; down payment of 3.5%.

I’m a little nervous, while raising capital, if the seller will cover my closing cost. I am currently saving capital under the guise of the seller not helping. Is this the right way to think or will a seller almost 100% of the time cover this cost?