What to Do If You Find a Home You Love Before Selling

Buying a home while your current one is not on the market yet can feel overwhelming. Most people get worried about timing, money, and whether everything can fall into place before someone else buys the home they want. The good news is that with the right plan, it is absolutely possible. Here is a real example from a current client I am helping right now.

When Timing Feels Impossible

My clients recently found a home in Verona that they instantly loved. It had everything they were looking for and the price made sense for their budget. The only problem was that their current home in Churchville was not listed yet. They needed the proceeds from that sale in order to buy the home in Verona.

This is a situation that stops a lot of people from moving forward. But it does not have to.

How We Made It Work

Instead of panicking or rushing into the wrong compromise, we slowed down and made a clear plan. I worked with the listing agent to craft a strong offer that protected my clients while also giving the sellers confidence in accepting it. The goal was to show that even though my clients needed to sell first, they were serious, prepared, and capable.

At the same time, we moved quickly to prepare and list their Churchville home. Because we priced it correctly and were ready to hit the market fast, it went under contract in time for everything to line up.

Both Homes Successfully Under Contract

Here is what happened next.

• Their offer on the Verona home was accepted
• Their Churchville home went under contract shortly after
• The numbers worked out in their favor
• Both closings lined up so they could move smoothly
• They are closing this week

The biggest relief for my clients was knowing everything worked out in time for them to purchase the home they truly wanted.

What Buyers and Sellers Can Learn

If you find a home you love before selling your current one, you are not stuck. You simply need a plan that fits your situation. The biggest factors that make a difference are:

• A strong and thoughtful offer
• Clear communication with everyone involved
• Smart pricing on your current home
• Realistic expectations about timing
• An agent who knows how to manage both sides at once

Even tough situations can be solved when the offer and strategy are right.

Considering a Move Like This

If you want to buy but are not sure how to handle the timing, or if you want to sell but are worried about where you will go next, reach out. I can walk you through the options and help create a plan that keeps everything manageable and stress free.

Call or text me anytime at 540 755 3919.
Eppard Real Estate Solutions