Published January 9, 2026

Why Preparation Matters When You Need to Sell and Buy at the Same Time

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Written by Allison Mulcahy

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The hard truth for sellers who also want to buy…

By the time “the one” appears, it’s already too late to start preparing.

The buyers who win are already prepped and ready to go. They’ve chosen their agent, built a timeline around their goals, and done the work to get their current home market-ready.

✔️ Decluttered
✔️ Deep Cleaned
✔️ Necessary Repairs Tackled
✔️ Disclosures Completed
✔️ Paperwork Finalized
✔️ Marketing Ready (Photos, Video, Etc)

Because this work is already done, they are able to act fast. When the right home comes on the market, they can write a confident offer without hesitation while other buyers are still deciding what to do or trying to figure out how to prepare their own home.

If you’re planning a sell-then-buy move, getting ready early is what keeps you competitive.

If you want help getting ready BEFORE the one you love hits the market, contact me now!

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