What's inside
The five paths at a glance, compared side by side: do you move twice, do you carry two payments, and how strong is your offer
List first and close concurrently: the cleanest path for most people, and how to protect both sides
Sell first, then rent back from your buyer: how to negotiate the rent-back up front and shop with maximum leverage
Bridge loans: when the cost is worth it and when it isn't
HELOCs: the timing window most people miss, because most lenders won't open one on a home that's already listed
Buy-before-you-sell programs: what the guarantee really is, and what the convenience actually costs
How to actually win with a contingent offer, including the six moves that change how a listing agent reads you
The three questions to answer before you decide anything
