How to Time Possession Dates Like a Pro (And Avoid the Double Move)

Worried your possession dates won’t line up and you’ll end up moving twice? In this video, I’ll show you how to time possession dates like a pro so you can avoid the stress of same-day closings, storage units, or crashing at a hotel. Whether you're upsizing, downsizing, or doing a simultaneous sale and purchase, I’ll walk you through practical tips to make your move smoother and more strategic. We’ll cover how possession dates actually work in Alberta, the ideal gap between closings, and smart ways to avoid the dreaded “double move.” I’ll also share expert strategies like negotiating leasebacks, using bridge financing, and building buffer time into your plan. If you're moving in Edmonton or anywhere in Alberta, this video is your go-to guide for getting the timing right. 🎯 Start Your Free Trial of The Relocation Collective   Your Private Dashboard for Moving to Edmonton: Schools, Builders, Market Reports & More   👉 https://tinyurl.com/3d2rwzp5 ✅ No phone call needed   ✅ Cancel anytime   ✅ Live weekly Q&A + bonus relocation tools included 🚚 Moving to EDMONTON? I’d Love to Help! 👋 Leanna Martens, CREA ID#1271805 📲 (780) 887-3488 📧 leanna@martensgroup.ca 👋 Leanna Martens, CREA ID#1271805 📆 Schedule Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/martensgroupcall/30-min-relocation-call 🏆 Brokered by: Logic Realty, CREA ID#1271805 Highly Recommended Videos: 🌆 Moving To Edmonton | 10 WORST COMMUNITIES TO AVOID in 2023 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WacUn7Nfw7Q 🏗️ 10 Reasons NOT TO MOVE TO EDMONTON- Truth No One Tells You! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYZ_QdwDHwU 🤠 Moving To Edmonton | Your ULTIMATE GUIDE to All Edmonton Alberta COSTS in 2023 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPjKtVr1Bz8 Preferred Partners 🏦 Lender Partner: martin@legacymortgagegroup.ca 🔬 Inspector Partner: calvin.schatschneider@pillartopost.com Connect 🌐 Website: https://www.martensgroup.ca/ 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leannamartens 📲 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Leanna.D.Martens 📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannamartens_ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leanna-martens-282015107/ Disclosures 😀 Info provided is opinion and for entertainment purposes. 💰 Links shared may be affiliate links to products or services. We may receive a commission, discount or benefit for purchases made through these links. 🔎 Sources Niche, Wikipedia, TravelTime, Census, Real Estate Commission, Edmonton Real Estate board, Numbeo 😀 Info provided is opinion and for entertainment purposes. 💰 Links shared may be affiliate links to products or services. We may receive a commission, discount or benefit for purchases made through these links. 0:00 – Intro: Possession dates don't match? 0:13 – Avoid moving twice or scrambling closings 0:25 – Who I am & what this video is about 0:54 – Tip #1: Understand how possession dates work 1:24 – Tip #2: The Goldilocks possession gap 2:02 – Tip #3: How to avoid the double move 3:08 – Tip #4: Don’t stack closings on the same day 3:44 – Need help with timing? Let’s talk 4:01 – Wrap-up: End of the Move-Up Buyer Series 4:32 – Next series preview: What to know about older homes How to Time Possession Dates Like a Pro (And Avoid the Double Move) #closing #leannamartens #movingtoedmonton