You aren't juggling two mortgages, and you’re a more attractive buyer because your offer isn't "contingent" on a sale.
You might need to move twice (into a short-term rental or with family), which adds cost and hassle. buying a house while selling another
If you find your dream home before yours is even on the market, you might choose to jump on it. You aren't juggling two mortgages, and you’re a
This is generally the "safer" financial route because you know exactly how much cash you have from your sale before committing to a new mortgage. This is generally the "safer" financial route because
You put an offer on a new house that says, "I will buy this, but only if my current house sells by X date." In a competitive market, sellers often reject these offers in favor of "cleaner" ones.
You may end up paying two mortgages simultaneously. If your old house doesn't sell quickly, this can drain your savings.