How do I buy and sell at the same time?

It is a juggling act, but it is doable with the right plan. The key is timing your sale and purchase so you are not stuck paying two mortgages or left without a place to live. Sometimes that means listing your current home first with a flexible closing date. Other times it means making the purchase contingent on selling your current home. There are also options like rent-backs, short-term rentals, or using equity to bridge the gap. I walk clients through each scenario and the numbers behind it.

How far in advance should I plan if I am relocating to Tampa Bay?

Ideally, start planning three to six months in advance. That gives you time to research neighborhoods, get pre-approved for financing, schedule home tours, and arrange moving logistics. If you are selling a home in another state, I can coordinate with your local agent so the timing is more controlled and you are not stuck in limbo between closings.

How long does it usually take to close in Tampa Bay?

Most closings in the Tampa Bay area take 30 to 45 days from contract to keys in hand. Cash deals can close in under two weeks, while VA, FHA, and conventional loans often take closer to 45 days. The biggest factors affecting the timeline are financing, inspections, repairs when necessary, and appraisal. I help keep the process moving by coordinating directly with lenders, inspectors, and title companies.

What closing costs do buyers usually pay in Tampa Bay?

Most buyers in Tampa Bay can expect closing costs of 2% to 5% of the purchase price. These usually include lender fees, appraisal and inspection costs, title search and lender's title insurance, recording fees, prepaid property taxes, and homeowners insurance. In many local transactions, the seller covers the owner's title insurance premium, but that is negotiable.

General / Seller Tool

Seller Net Sheet Calculator

Estimate seller net after payoff, commission, closing costs, concessions, prep, and property-specific tradeoffs.

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Seller Net Estimate

Estimate what you may net from a sale

Start with the numbers sellers usually know. The title, tax, and recording assumptions run quietly in the background so the estimate stays quick.

Expected sale price $

Mortgage payoff $ Use your current payoff if known. Leave it at 0 if the property is free and clear.

Commission rate % Use the negotiated rate if you already know it.

Seller concessions Buyer credits, rate buydowns, or closing-cost help.

Repairs or prep budget

Other seller fees $

Estimated seller net

Seller costs after credits

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Title and tax estimate

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This is a rough planning number, not a final title net sheet.
Contact Dillon for a more precise title estimate using the property, expected close date, payoff, and current contract terms.

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Overview

What this tool helps you decide

Most owners are not really asking for a Zestimate. They are asking what they will walk away with after payoff, commission, seller credits, title costs, prep work, and the small settlement items that can change the final number.

This calculator gives you a basic planning range before you spend time on a full title net sheet. It is useful for comparing pricing, prep, and timing decisions, then tightening the answer with property-specific numbers.

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Before you rely on the estimate

Start with your own numbers

Use the price, financing, and expenses for the property you’re considering. Then change one assumption at a time.

Check against actual properties

Compare the estimate with actual rents and sales. Check the property’s condition and restrictions before treating the result as a reason to buy or sell.

Use local guides for context

Compare the area before relying on the estimate. Insurance costs and community fees can vary even between nearby homes.

Past experience

Related closings and client feedback

These are past transactions and client experiences, not a promise of the same result for your property.

Hillsborough

11508 SMOKETHORN DR, RIVERVIEW, FL

Riverview

$315,000 | 2025-04-23 | Single Family Residence

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I found Dillon Cook on YouTube and was impressed by his knowledge of the market, which made me want to work with him. As a first-time homebuyer, I had a lot of questions, but he was always available by call or text and never made me feel rushed or uncomfortable. When I ran into issues with my lender, Dillon stepped in and helped resolve things multiple times, making the whole process much smoother. He explained everything clearly and kept me reassured throughout. He truly made my first home buying experience feel easy. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in the Tampa area.

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