Are you finding your house too big? Do you no longer need all that space, or is the upkeep and cleaning becoming a chore? Or, now or sometime soon:
The stairs are becoming a challenge?
The landscaping and gardens are not fun or relaxing anymore.
The expenses to upkeep and maintain are getting out of hand.
All your long-time neighbours have moved, and you feel isolated.
Has your neighbourhood changed? You don’t feel comfortable anymore?
You want to cash in on your equity and travel or move closer to family?
What I have listed above, clients have related to me.
What holds them most back is that they currently feel comfortable in their home. The memories are strong, and they even feel that their home has a hold on them!
Unfortunately, time and circumstances change.
Noah did not start building the ark when it was raining!
I will not discuss all the social or financial options you have when you find your house too big. On Google alone, there are over one million articles to read! Then, you have the opinions of your children, relatives, accountant, money manager or financial advisor, church group, golfing buddies, and the unwashed.
As a Realtor, it’s a good idea to start thinking about a move within a six—to twelve-month timeframe at the latest. My most contented and happy clients are those who planned two to three years prior to the move!
For those of you who want to downsize soon, there are some best practices you may want to know to ensure that you are not leaving money on the table—or worse, that your choices were not the best move for you!
No grandstanding here, but I know your challenges, the emotions, and how hard it is to evolve your comfort zone. I have been there, and I have also helped hundreds of clients over the years buy and sell their homes.
I have learned more than a few things and still have lots to learn. One thing I know for sure is that a process of proven steps and practices works far better than winging it.
Thinking of a move, now or in the future? You are under no obligation when you contact me. No signing anything, just a brief conversation to see if we are both on the same page!