Sell-to-Buy with Confidence

Selling your current home while searching for your next one can feel complex, but with the right strategy, it can also create flexibility, control, and stronger outcomes.

Nearly 80% of Busby Group clients need to sell-to-buy; many are able to maximize their sale price while remaining in their home during the process. With thoughtful planning and our in-house concierge managing the details, we help make what can feel overwhelming become a more seamless, coordinated experience.

Nearly 80% Need to Sell-to-Buy

Nearly 80% Need to Sell-to-Buy •

Why Sell to Buy Requires a Strategy

  • Two major financial decisions happening at once

  • Timing matters, both for maximizing price and securing your next home

  • Inventory and competition vary by neighborhood

  • Logistics, showings, and moving pieces need coordination

Our role is to bring clarity and structure so you can move forward with confidence, which is why we developed a 4-phase strategy.

Learn more below!

Our 4-Phase
Sell-to-Buy Strategy

Phase-1: Preparation

We start by building a clear plan before anything goes to market.

  • Evaluate your home’s value using hyper-local data

  • Identify strategic updates to maximize return

  • Prepare your home with our concierge and vetted vendors

  • Outline timing scenarios so you understand your options

Outcome: You are prepared, informed, and positioned for success.

Phase-1: Launch & Search

We coordinate your home launch while beginning the search for your next home.

  • Strategic listing launch to create demand

  • Begin identifying on-market and off-market opportunities

  • Leverage our broker network for early access

  • Align showing schedules with your lifestyle

Outcome: You are actively moving forward on both sides without feeling rushed.

Phase-3: Tailored Strategy

Every client’s situation is different, so we customize the approach.

Examples include:

  • Selling first with a lease-back to stay in your home

  • Securing a home before listing through off-market opportunities

  • Coordinating closings to minimize overlap

  • Structuring offers to remain competitive while protecting your position

Outcome: A strategy that fits your timeline, finances, and comfort level.

Phase-4: Seamless Transition

This is where everything comes together.

  • Concierge coordination of movers, utilities, and vendors

  • Timeline management across both transactions

  • Ongoing communication with lenders, attorneys, and all parties

  • Support beyond closing to ensure a smooth move-in

Outcome: A move that feels organized, supported, and significantly less stressful.

Want to learn more or have a 4-phase plan customized for you?

Send us a message!

The Busby Group Difference

  • Data-driven strategy tailored to your specific home and neighborhood

  • Strong broker relationships that create opportunities and leverage

  • In-house concierge managing every detail

  • Over 100 years of combined experience and $1B+ in sales

Industry Leading Results*

$1 BILLION+

Total Sales

50%/50%
Buyers/Sellers

101%
Average Sales to List Price

20% Off-Market
Transactions

99%
Repeat Clients

28
Average Days on Market

Real Trends
Top 10 Team in Chicago

9/10
Multiple Offers Accepted

Top 1%
Chicagoland Real Estate Teams