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Friday, September 12, 2025   /   by Brittany Aspenson

Should You Buy A New House Before Selling Your Old One?

Should You Buy A New House Before Selling Your Old One?
Let's Explore the Pros and Cons


POV: You're a homeowner thinking about downsizing, upsizing, or relocating to a new area. Your biggest dilemma now? It’s probably this: whether to sell your current home before buying a new one, or buy first and then sell.









It's a common situation for many homeowners who are on both sides of a home sale transaction. Selling first can provide financial certainty, while purchasing first means you don’t miss out on your dream home in a competitive market. Both options come with their pros and cons. However, in this blog post, we’ll break down the benefits and drawbacks of buying a new home before selling, so you can understand what you’re signing up for if you find this approach appealing. 
This strategy is not uncommon in the real estate world, especially for homeowners who find their dream home before they’ve managed to sell their existing o ...

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024   /   by Brittany Aspenson

HOMEOWNERS, HERE'S YOUR MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR MAY

After April showers come May, with weather too wonderful to be stuck inside, but just make sure not to spend too much of your time relaxing, but also keep up with your home maintenance and improvements that will prepare your home for the hotter months ahead. Of course, getting it ready for your summer barbecues and outdoor entertaining is also part of the deal. 

Here are a few things you should do for your home in May while enjoying more of the sunshine:


Tuesday, April 16, 2024   /   by Brittany Aspenson

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE RENTING A STORAGE UNIT

Renting a storage unit is a convenient option for people who need extra space for their extra possessions, for a variety of reasons. Maybe you want to store seasonal items, such as holiday decorations, costumes, gear, and lawn equipment. Maybe you haven't closed on your new home yet but need to move out of your old home, a rental storage unit can house your stuff till the move can be completed. 


Tuesday, April 2, 2024   /   by Brittany Aspenson

3 HUGE SIGNS A HOME BUYER ISN'T SERIOUS

How amazing it must be if all potential buyers who were gushing over your home during showings were just as enthusiastic about putting in a competitive offer. If that's the case, selling your property would be a breeze. But that’s far from reality, whatever housing market you are in.

This is why it’s important to distinguish between house hunters who are just shopping around and those who are serious about buying your property. After all, only a few of them are willing to take the plunge and commit to a major decision such as a home purchase. 


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