Sell First or Buy First?

Sell First or Buy First?

The “sell first or buy first” question is not emotional, it is math plus risk tolerance. If you guess, you create stress. If you plan, you create options.

Sell first is usually best if

• You need your equity for the next down payment

• You want stronger leverage when negotiating the next purchase

• You want to avoid carrying two payments

• You want to reduce timeline risk

Buy first can work if

• You have reserves, and lender approval supports it

• You are shopping in a tight segment where the right home is rare

• You have a clear exit strategy, not hope, a strategy

The move up move that actually wins

Get your current home ready early. Even if you are not listing tomorrow, you want the plan ready. Photos, prep, pricing range, timeline, vendor options, so you can act fast when you find the next home.

Options reduce panic. Panic creates bad offers.

Want me to run your “move up math,” equity estimate, payment scenarios, and timeline? Reach out today and I’ll build it around your real life.

With Love from ATX,

Khani Zulu Group