Look at "flat fee listing" services. You can save at least 3% (seller's agent commission) and up to 6% by avoiding realtors. These services will charge a flat f

Look at "flat fee listing" services. You can save at least 3% (seller's agent commission) and up to 6% by avoiding realtors. These services will charge a flat fee to list your house on the major online portals, but you're on the hook for showing it. You'll still need a lawyer. Not really an ASAP solution, but you can save tens of thousands of dollars this way. Also, don't sweat a price drop as long as the market you're moving to doesn't lag the market you're in. You might lose money when selling, but if the other market is stalling too you'll pay less and it could be a wash. Timing a market slowdown such that you sell before a drop and buy after a drop is nearly impossible with a primary residence.