Should my husband negotiate? Great question for a recruiter!?

YES! ALWAYS NEGOTIATE! The company wants your husband. There is a need. The company is expecting you to negotiate. It is part of doing business. The company wants to hire your husband at the best possible price. Yes the budget for the position is 10k less than his previous salary. He can neg. for more money now, future salary increase in 90 days, EVERYTHING IS NEGOTABLE!. Remeber...this starting salary will determine all of his next raises..The average merit increase is only 3-4% per year. Do not leave money on the table. Stand your ground and compromise on a fair salary. They will not resind the offer. When they coma at you with....."THIS IS OUR FINAL OFFER" thats when you know they are at their end. Good luck to you and yours. Happy Holidays!