Sell Your Home & Buy the Next—Seamlessly!

by Keegan Bennett

🏡 Buying and Selling at the Same Time? Here's How to Keep Your Sanity (and Your Money) Intact

 

If you’ve ever thought, “How in the world do I sell my current home and buy a new one without ending up living in my car?” — you’re not alone.

Buying and selling at the same time is a major real estate juggle, and yes, it can be stressful. But with the right plan—and the right guide—it doesn’t have to be chaos. Let’s walk through a smart, streamlined timeline that helps keep your head, heart, and finances aligned.

📆 The Smooth Move Timeline: Buying + Selling Without the Headache

Step 1: Meet with Your Real Estate Agent Early (That’s Me!)
Before you fall in love with your next dream home, let’s talk. I can help assess your current home’s value, your buying power, and create a game plan that fits your lifestyle and goals.

Step 2: Prep Your Home for Sale
We’ll get your home looking market-ready. Think repairs, staging tips, professional photos, and timing the listing to give you leverage—especially if the market is hot.

Step 3: Get Pre-Approved for Your Next Purchase
Even if you’ve bought before, this step is crucial. Knowing what you can afford while carrying (or about to carry) another mortgage gives us options. No surprises here—just smart financial prep.

Step 4: List Your Home + Start House Hunting
We’ll list your property and market it aggressively while you start touring new homes. Timing is key here—I’ll help sync both processes so you're not left with a gap (or overlap) in housing.

Step 5: Accept an Offer With a Strategic Close Date
Once your home gets an offer, we negotiate the best possible terms—including possession after close if needed. That way, you have breathing room to close on your new home.

Step 6: Make Your Purchase Offer Contingent on Your Sale (If Needed)
Depending on your financial situation, we can structure your offer to protect you if your current home hasn’t closed yet. It’s all about making the move with minimal risk.

Step 7: Close, Move, Celebrate 🎉
With good planning, you can line up closings within days—or even hours—of each other. I’ll guide you through every signature and every box packed.

 

🎯 This is the Perfect Time to Check If You’ve Lost Money

Home values have shifted in a big way—some up, some down. Don’t assume you’ve missed your moment. Let’s take 10 minutes to check your home’s current market value and see if you’re sitting on equity you didn’t even realize. You could be in a much stronger position to buy than you think.

💬 Let’s Talk About Your Timeline

If you’re even thinking about buying and selling, now’s the time to make a game plan. I’ll help you navigate each step with strategy, confidence, and a clear timeline that fits your needs. Ready to chat?

📲 Call/Text Me Today or Visit:  https://keegan.realtor

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Keegan Bennett

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+1(269) 466-8412 | key@keegan.realtor

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