Map the dependencies before choosing dates
Write down what the next purchase depends on: released equity, loan qualification, sale completion or a particular possession date. Ask the lender which funds must be documented and available, and the settlement provider how timing is handled. A planned closing date is not cash already in your account. Avoid assuming that two closings on one day eliminate the risk of a delay.
Price the overlap and the fallback
Build a separate overlap budget for additional housing costs, storage, a second move and schedule changes. In a hypothetical plan, $3,000 for temporary housing and moving plus a $2,500 contingency means reserving $5,500 beyond the other transaction costs. This does not recommend a universal reserve. It shows why a plan that balances on paper can still be short of usable cash when one date shifts.
Compare sell-first and buy-first proposals
Gary’s official website advertises a buy-before-you-sell discussion. Ask what current proposal, eligibility and obligations apply to your property and financing. Compare that written option with selling first and using temporary housing. The preferable sequence depends on the actual numbers, available alternatives and your tolerance for an overlap.
| Dependency | Ask who confirms it |
|---|---|
| Available sale proceeds | Settlement provider |
| Qualification and funds for the purchase | Lender |
| Closing and possession terms | Transaction professionals and legal adviser as needed |
| Moving and fallback accommodation | Mover and accommodation provider |
Source: Gary Ashton official website
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