Sell First or Buy First in Tampa Bay 2026?

August 08, 2026•1 min read

In Tampa Bay's 2026 market, most homeowners are better served selling first, it eliminates the risk of carrying two mortgages and strengthens your negotiating position. But the right sequence depends on your financing, timeline, and how fast homes are moving in your specific submarket.

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Annie O'Sullivan

Annie O'Sullivan is a Tampa Bay REALTOR® with Jimmy B & Annie O | LPT Realty. Since 2011, she's closed 1,000+ transactions and $330M+ in sales across Land O' Lakes, Lutz, Wesley Chapel, Odessa, and New Port Richey. She writes about the parts of buying and selling that don't fit on a listing flyer: insurance, disclosures, closing costs, and timing.

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