Buy or sell first? The right strategy in 2025
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It’s a question many homeowners ask themselves: should you sell your current property before buying a new one, or buy first and then sell? In 2025, with Luxembourg’s real estate market evolving rapidly, the right choice depends on your financial situation, your level of risk tolerance, and above all… your strategy.
Here are Nextimmo’s tips to help you make the right choice and secure your move.
1. The dilemma for Luxembourg homeowners
In Luxembourg, where the market remains dynamic and competitive, many owners are looking to move without losing value or comfort. But synchronizing two major transactions — selling and buying — is no easy task. Between the fear of selling too fast and missing the perfect home, success depends on anticipation and preparation.
2. Selling before buying: security and financial control
Selling before buying remains the safest and most controlled option. You know exactly how much you have to invest and can plan your next purchase with confidence.
Advantages:
- No need to handle two loans at once.
- Stronger negotiation power thanks to secured financing.
- Less stress around selling your current property.
Drawbacks:
- You may need temporary housing between transactions.
- Pressure to find a new home quickly.
Nextimmo’s advice: prepare your sale in advance. A well-priced and well-presented property sells quickly — sometimes even above market value.
3. Buying before selling: comfort, but caution required
Buying first guarantees that you won’t find yourself without a place to live. However, this option requires solid financial stability or a bridge loan.
Advantages:
- Comfort: no gap between two homes.
- Freedom to sell your property at the right price.
Risks:
- Temporary double financial burden.
- Reliance on selling your first property quickly.
Nextimmo’s advice: get your property professionally valued before buying. An accurate valuation helps you know its real worth and plan your sale timeline realistically.
4. Synchronizing both operations: the key to success
At Nextimmo, we regularly assist clients through this dual process. Thanks to our in-depth market knowledge, we create personalized transition plans that secure your sale while preparing your purchase.
We also implement tailored marketing strategies: • professional photography to showcase your property, • targeted promotion on the right platforms, • and active follow-up with potential buyers to ensure a smooth and timely sale.
5. The 2025 market: a more favorable context
In 2025, gradually decreasing interest rates are boosting buyer confidence, and quality properties are selling faster. Well-prepared sellers — with a realistic valuation, clear communication, and professional support — hold a significant advantage.
Looking ahead to 2026, the market is expected to stabilize further, making well-planned sales and thoughtful purchases even more crucial.
Conclusion: the best strategy is the one you plan ahead
Whether you choose to sell before buying or the other way around, the most important factor is being supported by a professional who can coordinate both transactions. At Nextimmo, we use our expertise to help you sell at the right price and buy at the right time — with complete peace of mind.
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