Guide: Selling & buying a house at the same time

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Guide: Selling & buying a house at the same time

We break down what you need to consider when buying and selling at the same time.

Hannah Hilliam
Last updated: 27 March 2026 | 3 min read
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Juggling buying and selling a house is a complex process with several options. You can buy first with an offer conditional on selling your home, but this carries risks like a cash out clause and the potential need for expensive bridging finance.

A safer path is selling first, which positions you as a strong cash buyer. Ideally, you can try to align settlement dates when buying and selling simultaneously for a seamless transition between properties.

Option one: Buying first

Things to keep in mind:

How do bridging loans work?

Moving is a massive job. Taking the time to decide which financial path suits you best helps ensure this 'juggling act' ends with a successful settlement day

Option two: Selling first

Option three: Buying and selling at the same time

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Hannah Hilliam Hannah Hilliam
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