Buy First or Sell First? πŸ€” Subject-to-Sale Offers Explained for Langley & Fraser Valley

Andy Schildhorn • July 29, 2025

Buy first or sell first?

 

It’s one of the most common — and complex — questions homeowners face. And if you get it wrong, it could cost you time, money, and peace of mind.

 

In this video, Andy Schildhorn, Realtor with Macdonald Realty, breaks down the strategy behind subject-to-sale offers — a smart tool for navigating tricky market timing in Langley and the Fraser Valley.

 

🎯 You'll learn:

 

βœ… What a subject-to-sale offer is and how it works

βœ… The “first right of refusal” — and how it protects (and pressures) buyers βœ… What the bump clause means for sellers

βœ… Hidden traps if you don’t protect your contract

βœ… Why selling first gives you more negotiating power

βœ… When a subject-to-sale offer does make sense

βœ… How to move forward confidently with the right protections

 

πŸ“ž Ready to plan your move with confidence?

πŸ“… Book a time: https://rly.forsale/Chat-with-Andy

πŸ“ž Call me directly: 778-835-8957

 

If you found this video helpful, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more local real estate advice and smart buyer/seller strategies.

 

Thanks for watching — and let’s make your next move your smartest yet.


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