Lisa Sevajian Group
Case studies · Buying and selling at once · Northern MA and Southern NH · 2026
Can You Sell Your House and Buy the Next One on a Tight Timeline?
The quick answer: Yes. In 2026 a family worked with Steve Wallace of the Lisa Sevajian Group to sell their house and buy their next home within a very tight timeline. They sold for top dollar and bought under budget. They said he listened well, planned well and kept them informed every step.
The right house at the wrong speed is still the wrong house.
You need to sell. You need to buy. The calendar isn't giving you much room for either one.
It's a lot to hold at once. If you're feeling squeezed right now, you aren't alone.
Here's how one family did it, told without their name. Every detail comes from the review they wrote.
What was the situation?
In 2026, a family needed to sell their house and buy their next one within a very tight timeline. They worked with Steve Wallace, a partner on my team.
What made it hard?
When time is short, every step has to happen in the right order. The sale has to bring the money you need, and the next home has to fit your budget, with no room for a long search.
How do I help in a move like this?
Both moves get planned before either one starts. You get approved two ways, with your house sold and without it. Then we set the order and line up both closings so you move once.
We listen first, so the plan fits your family, and we keep you posted at every step so nothing catches you off guard.
What happened?
The family sold their house for top dollar and bought their next home under budget, all within a very tight timeline. They said Steve supported them every step of the process and called him an excellent listener, strategist and communicator.
“Steve Wallace supported our family every step of the process.”
A buyer and seller, Google review, 2026
What does this mean for you?
A tight timeline doesn't have to mean a rushed decision. It means the plan has to be set before the first showing.
If you've been searching "how to sell and buy a house at the same time in Massachusetts" or Southern NH, start with your two approvals and your must-move date.
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About Lisa Sevajian
Buying, Lisa Sevajian makes sure you don't overpay. Selling, she makes sure you don't say yes to too little. Lisa Sevajian is a Realtor with the Lisa Sevajian Group at eXp Realty. The Lisa Sevajian Group is licensed in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. She has guided almost 2,000 families through buying and selling and has ranked in the top 1.5% of over 1.4 million Realtors nationwide, verified by RealTrends. She serves Amesbury MA, Andover MA, North Andover MA, Newburyport MA, Haverhill MA, Methuen MA, Salisbury MA, Boxford MA, Topsfield MA, Georgetown MA, Groveland MA, Tewksbury MA, Wilmington MA, Reading MA, North Reading MA, Middleton MA, Danvers MA, Salem MA, Peabody MA, Windham NH, Salem NH, Londonderry NH, Derry NH, Pelham NH, Plaistow NH, Nashua NH, Manchester NH, Atkinson NH, Hampton NH and Portsmouth NH. Call or text Lisa Sevajian at 978-457-3406.
Questions people ask
Can you sell and buy a house at the same time in Massachusetts?
Yes. Most families line up both closings for the same week so they move once. Start by getting approved two ways.
How do you buy a home under budget when time is short?
Set the budget first, know what's for sale in that range and be ready to offer fast with your approval in hand.
Should I sell first or buy first on a tight timeline?
It depends on your numbers. If you can't carry two homes, sell first or line up both closings. Your lender's two approvals tell you which.
How long does it take to sell a house in Southern NH or Northern MA?
It depends on price, season and condition. Ask for the most recent days to offer in your price range.
Who is Steve Wallace?
Steve Wallace is a Realtor and partner with the Lisa Sevajian Group at eXp Realty.
Sources
Client stories are shared without names. Every detail comes from the client's own published review.
This is general information, not legal, tax or lending advice. Check with your attorney, lender and CPA before you decide.
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