Buying/Move-up buyers

Buy the next one without living in a hotel.

Buying and selling at once is a timing problem, not a mystery. Contingencies, rent-backs, and bridge options — we'll pick the right tool for your situation.

What we tell every move-up buyer

Four things to know before you start.

Sell first, buy first, or both at once

Each has a cost. In a fast market, a sale contingency weakens your offer; in a slow one, it protects you. We'll tell you which fits.

Know your equity before you shop

A real number on your current home sets your budget for the next one. That's a walkthrough, not an algorithm.

Rent-backs buy you time

Sell, then rent your own home from the buyer for 30–60 days while you close on the next one. Common, and often free.

Prep the current house now

Photos and small fixes take longer than you think. Start before you fall in love with something.

How it works

Five stages. You'll always know which one you're in.

1

First conversation

Both homes, one plan. Timeline, equity, and what happens if one side moves faster than the other.

2

Home value and pre-approval

What yours will sell for; what you can buy. Both numbers before you shop.

3

List and search in parallel

We launch your home and start showings for you the same week.

4

Coordinate the two closings

Contingencies, rent-back, or bridge — whichever protects you best.

5

Move once

Same team on both sides of the table.

Questions we hear

Straight answers.

Should I sell first or buy first?

Depends on the market and your cash. We'll model both and show you the risk on each.

What is a rent-back?

You sell, then rent your home from the new owner for a short period so your closings line up.

Can I make an offer contingent on selling?

Yes, but in a competitive market it can cost you the house. We'll tell you when it's worth it.

What about bridge loans?

Short-term financing that lets you buy before you sell. Useful, not cheap — we'll connect you with a lender who offers them.

Ready when you are.

A first conversation costs nothing and commits you to nothing.

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