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Moving To The New Home While Selling The Old

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 311291

If you’re a cash buyer or can make a non-contingent offer, there are some deals to be found.

We are noticing some price reductions in the housing market, not because there’s anything wrong with the homes, but because sellers have already bought their new houses and need to sell their current ones.

This is especially true for those moving out of state; they want to avoid renting or leaving either home empty. To manage the situation, some owners stay in one house while the other is being sold, which isn’t ideal but helps keep both homes occupied.

One good solution for those who are unable to stay in their homes is to hire a home check service. I know of one that visits the house several times a week to check on things like the water, watering plants, collects packages, mail, takes photos of important mail, and updates the owners.

There are more homes on the market compared to the last few years. During that time, some buyers purchased new homes and are now trying to sell their current ones.

Sellers are more motivated to sell because they’ve moved into their new homes, completed the updates, but haven’t sold their previous houses yet. 

If you’re a cash buyer or can make a non-contingent offer, there are some deals to be found. But you need to move quickly. Sellers may not have the luxury of time.

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Margaret Rome
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Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Thursday morning, Margaret.

Home buyers and home sellers are in very good hands when they seek your professional real estate advice and assistance.

Sep 11, 2025 03:21 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Thanks, Roy Kelley 

Sep 11, 2025 04:16 PM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Margaret - real estate continues to be a business of opportunities and possibilities. 

Sep 11, 2025 04:25 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Good to see you Michael Jacobs 

Sep 11, 2025 04:17 PM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

I love it when sellers are able to purchase a new home and get settled in before putting their current home on the market; it sure makes things a lot easier for everyone involved, haha.

Sep 11, 2025 05:37 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Brian England

It does make life much easier. However, not selling the current home right away puts considerable stress on the owners.

Sep 11, 2025 04:19 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Margaret. In your area if buyers want a potential bargain calling you is the first step to mission accomplished. You are in the know! Enjoy your day.

Sep 11, 2025 05:48 AM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Wayne Martin,

Appreciate your kind words!

 

Sep 11, 2025 04:20 PM
GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Thanks for sharing and enjoy this solemn Thursday and have a productive week! Bill 

Bill Salvatore, Realtor- Arizona Elite Properties

Sep 11, 2025 07:09 AM
Lew Corcoran
Better Living Real Estate, LLC - East Bridgewater, MA
Expert guidance. Exceptional results.

Thanks for sharing this insightful post, Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400. I really appreciate how you break down the current market dynamics and offer practical tips, like hiring home check services, that can make a big difference. Your guidance helps buyers and sellers navigate these times with more confidence. Thanks for taking the time to share your expertise!

Sep 11, 2025 02:14 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

Lew Corcoran

Your comments are like a gift, encouraging others to continue blogging. Thank you!

Sep 11, 2025 04:22 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

There are 'deals' to be found in just about any market and this one is no different. Many of our buyers did buy their new home first (cash) and then sold their homes after they were moved out. It made things work so much better for them.  And sometimes, depending on the market....people picked up the perfectly fine older home for a good price. You're spot on!

Sep 11, 2025 04:02 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Anna "Banana" Kruchten. Being able to buy and move into the new home is a luxury that many people cannot afford. I remember the day when most closings and moves were on the same day! That spells STESS!

Sep 11, 2025 04:26 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Margaret it is always a delicate balance between trying to sell a house and purchasing another at the same time.  But it can be manageable with the assistance and guidance of a knowledgeable professional Realtor like you.

Sep 11, 2025 04:33 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

George Souto ,We have to know how to guide our clients through this situation. Moving is stressful. Moving when your home is not sold - even more so. 

Sep 11, 2025 06:11 PM