Leaving Long Island?
One plan for both ends.
Brandon sells your home here and connects you with a trusted, licensed agent where you’re headed, then keeps both closings on one timeline so you only move once.
Six steps, one point of contact.
Selling here and buying in another state means two markets, two sets of rules and two closings. Brandon keeps both on one plan, so you always know what happens next.
Your plan & timing
Where you're going, when you need to be there and whether to sell first, buy first or line both up for the same week.
Price & prep here
A valuation built on recent local sales, plus the repairs and staging worth doing before you list.
A trusted agent there
Brandon introduces you to a licensed agent in your new area and shares your timing and must-haves, so you don't start from scratch.
Timing that fits
Closing dates set around your move, with a rent-back or a short-term rental if the two dates don't line up.
Sell while you're away
Showings, offers, inspections and the attorneys handled here, with updates by phone, text or video.
Two closings, one move
Closing dates lined up so the movers only come once.
Sell here, buy there.
Pick where you're going and tell Brandon a little about your move. You'll get a plan for both ends.
Moving out of state, answered.
Should I sell first or buy first?
Can I sell my home after I've already moved?
How does Brandon work with an agent in my new state?
Will I owe tax when I sell?
What if I need to move before my home sells?
Is it harder to sell in winter or over the holidays?
General information, not legal or tax advice. Sources: IRS Topic 701, Sale of your home; New York State real estate transfer tax; Instructions for Form IT-2663.
Moving out of state, step by step.
A simple timeline for selling here and settling in somewhere new. Print it, stick it on the fridge and check things off.
Three months or more
- Get a valuation of your home here
- Decide whether to sell first, buy first or do both together
- Research neighborhoods and commute times in your new area
- Meet the agent Brandon introduces in your new area
- Start decluttering and get quotes from movers
Six to eight weeks
- List your home with a full marketing plan
- Tour homes in your new area, in person or by video
- Choose your attorney for the sale
- Book your movers and confirm the dates
- Request school, medical and vet records
Two to four weeks
- Schedule utilities to stop here and start there
- Forward your mail with the Postal Service
- Update your address with banks, insurance and work
- Confirm closing dates on both homes
Closing week
- Final walk-through with the buyer
- Sign closing documents, in person or ahead of time
- Leave keys, remotes, alarm codes and manuals
- Take final meter readings and photos
In their own words.
“Working with a Brandon made the home-buying process incredibly easy. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and always there to answer questions and guide us through each step. We’re incredibly grateful for all of his help and couldn’t have asked for a better agent.”
“Brandon was wonderful to work with throughout our process. He was knowledgeable, patient, responsive to all questions, and extremely helpful as we were new home buyers. We appreciate his efforts and guidance in helping us find our forever home!! 10/10 would recommend as Brandon was amazing to work with!!”
“Working with Brandon was a pleasure. He helped me & my husband buy our first home. The process can be pretty challenging and frustrating especially in this market, but Brandon was so knowledgeable about the whole process, and most of all he was patient. He really guided us through everything with ease. Answered every question, addressed every concern (and there were plenty). Drove all over to show us houses until we found the one we loved, then he helped us secure it! He was always very communicative and available which is so important, especially once you put in an offer. He was never pushy or trying to gloss anything over. He was up front and honest with us about everything. Even after closing he still checked in with us! I would recommend him to anyone I know who’s looking out on Long Island. Thank you, Brandon!”
Let's talk about your next move.
Tell me a little about what you're planning. I'll get back to you personally.
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