Homeowners looking to move up in the world have a lot of questions about their “next property.” This is also true if you are looking to downsize.Whatever your situation, and whatever your reason for change your next buying experience should prove a smooth transition.
Ready to Upsize
Has your wife taken up a new scrapbooking hobby and flooded your house with tiny bits of paper and glue sticks? or did baby number two come a little sooner than planned? These are both great reasons to upsize your home. One option is to add onto your home with remodeling but let’s face it, living with glitter and glue, or a crying newborn during a reno will leave you searching for home remedies on how to grow your hair back instead of searching real estate. The better option is simply start the ‘new home’ search.
Let’s be real here, you’ve outgrown your home, and as much as you love that first home you’ve bought, let’s get you into a home that suits your new needs. Working with a realtor who has experience in upselling is always to your gain. Start by really thinking how your families needs have changed and what your new home will need to have to accommodate this growth.
Time to Downsize
The reasons to move into a smaller house are as diverse as the personalities in your family. Maybe you’ve finally decided to stop doing their laundry and your adult children are reluctantly ready to move out…but seriously, if you want them to leave, stop doing the laundry.
Or maybe you’ve decided to trade your husband in for a newer younger model. Not to make light of it but, divorce can lead to the need for a smaller place to live. Whatever the reason for downsizing, make tapping into the right resources can help you make the best decisions and find the right home.
Upsizing and downsizing are big decisions. Be sure to educate yourself so you’re ready to make the right decision for your situation.
