Buying a Home While Selling Yours: Four Ways to Coordinate the Move

Jeff Quintin | The Quintin Group at eXp Realty
Original YouTube upload: 2023-01-05. Written version updated November 13, 2026.

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Buying and selling at the same time starts with deciding which risk you can carry: finding the next home, owning two homes temporarily, or moving before the purchase is ready. Jeff's video and accompanying article outline four approaches to discuss with your agent, lender and attorney.

1. Make your sale dependent on finding a replacement

A seller can try to negotiate time to locate the next property before the sale becomes unconditional. The deadline, exit rights and treatment of the buyer's deposit need to be explicit. A willing buyer is essential; this protection is not automatic.

2. Make the purchase dependent on your sale

A home-sale or closing contingency can reduce the risk of committing to a purchase without the proceeds you need. The other seller may accept, reject or negotiate that condition. A kick-out provision or right to continue marketing depends on the actual contract; it is not an inherent right.

3. Negotiate possession after closing

A separately negotiated occupancy agreement may let you sell first and remain temporarily. Agree on the move-out date, rent or other payment, security, insurance and responsibility for damage. Do not assume a 90-day stay, a free rent-back or lender approval.

4. Investigate bridge financing

Temporary financing may help a qualified buyer purchase before selling. Ask about fees, interest, repayment, carrying two properties and what happens if the old home takes longer to sell. Availability and suitability depend on underwriting and the specific program.

Choose the sequence before shopping

Have the lender calculate the funds and obligations for each route. Then build a closing and moving timeline with your advisors. The video describes options, not a promise that every option is available to every buyer.

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