Can I Buy a Home Before Selling Mine in Washington?
If you already own a home, this is probably your biggest question:
“Do I have to sell first?”
The Short Answer
No—you don’t always have to.
Why This Feels Stressful
Most homeowners worry about:
Carrying two payments
Not qualifying
Timing everything wrong
What Options Can Look Like
Depending on your situation:
Using your home equity
Contingent offers
Rent-backs
Buy-before-you-sell programs
What I See
A lot of homeowners assume they only have one option.
But once we go through their numbers, they realize they have more flexibility than they thought.
One thing I hear all the time from my clients is how different life feels once they’re settled into a Lake Stevens neighborhood.
Final Thought
It’s not about selling or buying first.
It’s about:
👉 Moving without feeling rushed or stuck
Author Bio
Maricon Bashforth is a real estate broker in Lake Stevens, Washington helping buyers and sellers throughout Snohomish County and North King County. She focuses on helping homeowners transition to their next home, whether that means moving up or downsizing. She serves clients in English, Tagalog, and Ilokano.
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