After the final round interview, HR told me that interviewers were positive about me but the partners would like to know my salary expectations before extending the offer.
I feel that asking about my salary expectations right before making the offer decision is very weird. Is this something common? That said, would you suggest replying my salary expectation to the HR? Or, as many “HR experts” suggests - do not mention salary expectation; ask about the company's salary range instead and ask them to give out the offer first before you make a decision?
Which option would make more sense? Thank you!