When Buying and Selling Collide
Eric and Erin came to us with a big goal—and a big challenge. They needed to sell their Carrollton home and buy their next one at the same time. Anyone who’s been there knows how quickly that can feel overwhelming. Timing, finances, emotions—it all has to line up just right.
We started by listing their home as a Private Exclusive, which allowed us to quietly test the market without the pressure of a full public launch. Before the home even hit the MLS, we had two showings. After the second showing, an offer came in. After thoughtful negotiation, we landed on terms that felt like a win for everyone involved.
Step one? Complete.
Step two? Find them a new place to call home.
Creating Breathing Room Before the Next Step
Before jumping headfirst into the home search, we negotiated a long leaseback on their sale. That decision proved to be crucial. Instead of forcing Eric and Erin into rushed decisions or temporary housing, they had time—real time—to search thoughtfully and confidently.
With their sale under contract, we shifted our focus to finding their next home. And that’s where things got a little complicated.
The Mental Block No One Talks About
Week one of house hunting came and went. Nothing felt right.
Then week two. Still nothing.
We started adjusting the variables: budget, neighborhoods, must-haves versus nice-to-haves. Instead of clarity, it created confusion. When a house they were in love with didn't appear right away, doubt began to creep in.
“Are we supposed to move?”
“Did we make a mistake?”
“Are we crazy for signing a contract before finding a new home?”
These questions are more common than people admit. Buying a home isn’t just a transaction, it’s a major life change. When uncertainty sets in, panic often follows. And panic is never a good place to make decisions from.
Advocate Over Salesperson—Every Time
This is where our approach matters.
A salesperson might push through the discomfort at all costs: You’ve come this far, they might say. You can’t back out now. It’ll all work out. But that’s not how we operate.
Instead, we paused.
We had an honest conversation about what Eric and Erin truly wanted. We reminded them that they had options. If they needed to step back, we could. There was an amendment on the table; we could decline it and allow the contract to fall apart. No pressure. No fear tactics. Just space to revisit their why.
Reconnecting With the “Why”
After a day or two of reflection, Eric and Erin realized they weren’t making a mistake—they were just stuck.
They remembered why they wanted to move in the first place: more space for their growing family, a newer home with updated systems and amenities, and room to build the life they were envisioning. That clarity made all the difference.
With renewed confidence, they expanded their search to Frisco—and that’s where everything clicked. They found a home that checked every box and then some. We negotiated a strong deal, and they closed last week.
Getting Unstuck Is the Real Win
People get stuck all the time in big decisions like these. Our job isn’t to push; it’s to guide.
Sometimes getting unstuck means moving forward. Sometimes it means pivoting. And sometimes it means walking away entirely. The right answer looks different for everyone.
If you’ve ever had doubts about buying or selling a home, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to navigate it alone either.
We’re here to help—whenever you’re ready.
