Home Sale Quiz: Are You Ready to Sell?

Time to Sell?

Are you ready to sell your home? You may be selling now or looking for a new house, but either way, it’s essential to know if you’re ready. Whether you need more space for your family, want to downsize before retirement, or are eager to free up some equity and cash out, there are plenty of reasons that selling can make sense.

The decision to sell your home is a big one. You want to make sure that you are financially and emotionally ready before putting your house on the market. Here are three signs that you may be ready to sell:

You have outgrown your home. You may have outgrown your home if you are constantly running out of space. If you have been cramped for space for a while, it may be time to move up to something bigger. It’s important to remember that selling your home doesn’t mean buying another one right away. You can always rent or stay with family or friends until you find the perfect place.

The price is negotiable. Sellers that are motivated understand the need for negotiation and competitive market pricing in a house sale. Personal budgets are simply part of life, to be sure. However, if you have a “you must obtain” number before putting your home on the market, you should reconsider. If all of the real estate agents who offer your property give too low a price, take a breath and consider whether you’re ready to go ahead.

Time to Downsize. There comes a time in every family’s life when the kids move out, and it’s just Mom and Dad rattling around in that big house. The empty nest syndrome can be challenging, but it doesn’t mean you have to downsize your home! If you’re getting ready to sell, though, there are a few things to keep in mind.

First of all, don’t panic! Just because the kids are gone doesn’t mean your home is suddenly worth less. In fact, with fewer people competing for space in the market, your home may even be worth more than if you still had a full house. But before you start packing up the moving truck, take some time to do your research.

Is it Time to Chat?

When it comes to selling your home, there are many things to consider. It may be time to have a chat with your real estate agent about selling costs and commissions, as well as other selling fees. You don’t want any surprises after all that hard work! Selling can provide many benefits, including freeing up some equity and cash, downsizing before retirement, or getting more space for your family.

If you feel it’s time to sell, give us a call, and I can help answer your questions!

Kim Shaw

(928) 710-9148