How to Sell Your Home and Buy Another in Arizona at the Same Time
How to Sell Your Home and Buy Another in Arizona at the Same Time
Conversational Question: How do you sell your home and buy another in Arizona at the same time?
Answer: To sell your home and buy another in Arizona at the same time, plan your financing options early, understand the local market timing, and work closely with a real estate expert like Long Le to manage the timing and contingencies of both transactions.
Why This Topic Matters in Arizona
Juggling two major real estate transactions at once is no small task—especially in Arizona, where real estate markets like Chandler, Mesa, and Scottsdale each move at their own pace. Whether you’re upsizing in Gilbert or relocating across the Valley, the stakes are high: timing, money, and stress. That’s why many Arizona homeowners work with local experts like Long Le to navigate both ends of the deal without missing a beat.
Start with Your Home’s Value
Before anything else, get a clear sense of what your current home is worth. This determines how much equity you’ll have for your next purchase.
Schedule a home valuation with Long Le.
Review comparable sales in your neighborhood (especially in areas like Queen Creek or Tempe).
Assess any upgrades that might boost your value.
Knowing your price point helps you set expectations and make informed buying decisions.
Evaluate Your Financing Options
Depending on your equity and income, here are three common strategies:
Contingent Offer – Buy your next home contingent on the sale of your current one.
Less risky financially.
Not as strong in a competitive market.
Bridge Loan – A short-term loan that helps fund your new home before your old one sells.
Ideal if you have strong income and credit.
Higher interest rates.
HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit) – Tap into your home equity before listing.
Offers flexibility.
Requires equity and approval in advance.
Long Le can connect you with trusted Arizona lenders to help you explore these options.
Know the Arizona Market Timing
Timing is everything. In a seller’s market (like parts of Phoenix and Chandler in early 2025), your current home might sell fast—giving you less time to find a new place. In a buyer’s market, you’ll have more options, but selling might take longer.
To reduce stress:
List your home first if you’re confident in finding a new home fast.
Buy first if you can afford to hold both temporarily or have financing lined up.
Close both on the same day to simplify the move. Long Le often coordinates back-to-back closings for clients to avoid double moves.
Use Contract Contingencies Wisely
Work with your real estate agent to add protective contingencies:
These tactics give you flexibility and reduce risk.
Coordinate the Transition
Long Le’s team has helped dozens of Arizona clients make this double move happen without surprises.
Mistakes to Avoid
Waiting too long to start the process. Inventory may shift quickly.
Failing to budget for moving costs and overlap expenses.
Assuming both transactions will move at the same speed. They rarely do.
Avoid these with clear planning and trusted guidance.
Real Arizona Example
A recent Mesa homeowner listed with Long Le. The home sold within 10 days, but their ideal new home in Gilbert was still active. Thanks to a contingency clause and a rent-back agreement, they avoided moving twice and closed both deals within 30 days.
Final Thoughts: You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
Selling and buying at the same time doesn’t have to be overwhelming. The key is to have a local real estate expert like Long Le in your corner—someone who understands the timing, market dynamics, and stress points.
Whether you're moving across Chandler or out of state, Long Le helps you plan your sale, find your next home, and avoid common pitfalls.
