
Buying a new home when you already own one is tricky in almost any market.
But when there's limited inventory or a flood of buyers competing for the same properties, it gets even trickier. Even in a slower market, the logistics can still be stressful.
Plenty of homeowners start out thinking, I'll just keep my eyes open, find something I love, make an offer, and it'll all fall into place. Once I have another home lined up, I'll sell my current place quickly—it shouldn't be a problem.
It's an optimistic approach, but reality often plays out differently.