Selling to upgrade
Upsizing Your Home? Make Your Next Sale Count.
A growing family, a home office or simply wanting more room. Whatever the reason, upgrading usually means selling one property and buying another at the same time, often in the same market.
The price you achieve on your current home sets the budget for your next one, so the agent you choose, and what you pay them, matter more than usual.
Key decisions and common challenges
Buy first or sell first
Selling first gives you a firm budget but may mean renting in between. Buying first secures the new home but can leave you carrying two loans. Talk to your lender about bridging finance before deciding.
Timing two settlements
Lining up settlement dates, or negotiating a longer or shorter settlement, can save a lot of stress and cost. Build this into your plan early.
Presenting a lived-in family home
Selling while kids, pets and daily life carry on is hard. A good agent will tell you which presentation work is worth it and which is not.
Choosing the right method
Auction, private treaty or expressions of interest each suit different properties and markets. The right choice depends on your home and local buyer demand, not a default.
How BrokerMyAgent helps
- We research agents with a strong recent record for homes like yours in your suburb, so the sale that funds your upgrade is in capable hands.
- We review agents' selling proposals, commission and marketing costs, and challenge anything that doesn't stack up, so more of your equity can go toward the next home.
- We help you think through timing questions to raise with your agent, lender and conveyancer.
We are a matchmaker, not a selling agent. See how our service works.
Our agent research and selection process
- 1We learn about your property, timing and what matters most to you.
- 2We research local agents on recent comparable sales, days on market and reputation.
- 3We assess each one against our 10-Point Assessment.
- 4We introduce a shortlist of best-fit agents for you to meet.
- 5You choose. The decision is always yours.
For upgraders we pay particular attention to how agents handle family homes, their days on market and how clearly they explain the method they recommend. Read more about how we select agents.
Why a second opinion on appraisals and selling costs helps
When you are also buying, every dollar in selling costs comes off your next deposit. A second look at the appraisal and the proposal helps you plan with realistic numbers rather than a flattering price.
Try our commission calculator to see what a quoted rate could cost.
A client experience
"Every dollar we saved went straight into our deposit on the next place. Couldn't recommend it more."
Individual results vary. Read more seller stories.
Questions sellers in your situation ask
Should I sell my house before buying the next one?
There is no single right answer. Selling first gives certainty on your budget, buying first secures the home you want. Your lender can explain bridging options and the risks of each approach for your circumstances.
Can I ask for a longer settlement when I sell?
Often, yes. Settlement terms are part of the contract and can be discussed with buyers through your agent. Your conveyancer can advise on what suits your purchase.
Will a cheaper agent get me a lower price?
Not necessarily. Commission is only one factor. We look at each agent's recent results, experience and marketing approach alongside cost.
General information only. Speak with your lender or mortgage broker about bridging finance and borrowing capacity, and with a conveyancer or solicitor about contract and settlement terms.
Helpful reading
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