Buy First Or Sell First????

To buy or sell first…is the question!

Not an easy decision.

In today’s market many homeowners that are contemplating a move have this decision to make.

In the “ideal world” we would like to have the time to look for our next home. However until we find it we must place our home in the market, sell it at the right price and get this done soon enough to accommodate both closings at the same time. Wishful thinking! Alternatively; we would like to place the house in the market and wait until the “right offer” comes and is accepted before looking for the perfect home of our dreams. Again making it all happen at the same closing. By matching the closings you don’t have to “bridge financing” nor do you have to find a short term accommodation in turn having to place the contents of your home into storage, etc, etc.

We don’t live in an ideal world!

We are quick to make risky decisions particularly when it comes to making a move in real estate. And so…what is the best way? There is no ‘best way’!

What you should do is your research. Know that what you are looking for in your next home is available. The same goes for your existing home. Have your home ready and priced at market value. You will go through both processes with knowledge and hopefully with as little stress as possible. Be realistic, have a serious and dedicated agent representing you, be calm and carry on.