Buying guide
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.
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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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