Your situation
Selling Your Utah Home for a Relocation or PCS Move
A relocation puts a date on the calendar and usually a second housing payment on the horizon. The right strategy depends on how much lead time you have and how comfortable you are selling from a distance.
Should I sell my house before I relocate or after?
If you have 60 or more days and the home is in good condition, listing before you leave usually produces the best result. If you have less time, cannot prepare the home, or want certainty before committing to housing in your new city, a direct sale or a remote listing with local support are the practical alternatives.
Timeline options for a move
List now and close around your move date; move first and sell remotely; or accept a direct offer with a closing date you choose. Direct buyers can often accommodate a post-closing occupancy period so you are not moving twice.
Military and employer relocation
If your employer offers relocation benefits or a guaranteed buyout, compare it carefully against both a listing and a direct offer. For PCS moves, the timeline is fixed and Andrew can plan around it, including remote closings.
Which option fits
A direct sale tends to fit when
- Orders or a start date are less than 30 days out
- You need a guaranteed closing date
- You would rather not manage a listing from another state
Listing tends to fit when
- You have 60 to 90 days
- The house is in move-in condition
- Maximum net matters for your next purchase
Frequently asked questions
Is there any reason you shouldn't know your options before deciding?
Tell us about the property. We'll evaluate your situation and lay out your options, including the one we don't sell.