Are you ready for a different home, but wondering how you can buy your next house when you already own one?
Maybe your family has outgrown your current home. The kids are getting bigger, and so is all their stuff! Or maybe your kids are graduating, and you're ready to downsize, simplify, or move closer to town.
Whatever your situation, you don't necessarily have to stay in a home that no longer works for you.
After 18 years as a Realtor, I’ve helped many homeowners navigate the process of buying and selling—and one of the most common questions I hear is, “How do I make that work when I already own a home?”
The answer is: There are options.
Start With the Home You Already Own
Before you start looking at your next home, the first step is understanding your current situation.
What could your home sell for in today's market? Does it need any updates or small projects before going on the market? How much equity might you have? And what would your financing options look like for your next home?
These are conversations we can have long before you're ready to put your house on the market.
In fact, you don't have to be moving next month—or even next year—to start planning.
If you're thinking about making a move sometime down the road, let's start setting some goals now. I can help you prioritize projects around your home, connect you with trusted mortgage professionals to discuss your financial options, and help you understand what your next move could look like.
Every Situation Is Different
There isn't one perfect way to buy and sell a home at the same time.
Some homeowners need to sell first. Others may be in a position to purchase before selling. And sometimes the two transactions can be coordinated to make the transition as smooth as possible.
The important thing is to understand your options and create a plan that fits your specific situation.
Watch the Full Video
In the video below, I walk through different scenarios for buying and selling at the same time and explain where I recommend homeowners begin when they're thinking about making a move.
If you've ever thought, “We need a different house, but how are we going to make that happen?”—this video is for you.
You don't have to have everything figured out before you reach out. Let's talk about where you are now, where you want to go, and create a plan to get you there.
Whether you're ready to move soon or you're simply thinking about making a change a year or more from now, I'm here to be a resource and help you understand your options.
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