Moving up
The first decision when you own a home and want your next one.
The short answer
With a mortgage or with cash, selling first usually carries less risk.
Once your home is sold, you know exactly what you have to work with.
No paying for two homes while you wait for a buyer.
No subject-to-sale condition, so your offer is simpler for a seller to accept.
Every situation is different, and buying first can make sense for some people. The guide covers when, and how to line up the dates so you only move once.
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Four pages you can read in 10 minutes. Greater Vancouver, 2026 edition.
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