6 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Moving Up to a Larger Home

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Unlike the experience of buying a first home, when you’re looking to move-up and already own a home, there are certain factors that can complicate your situation.  Not only is the issue of financing to consider, but you also have to sell your present home at exactly the right time in order to avoid either the financial burden of owning two homes or just as bad, the dilemma of having no place to live during the gap between closings. 

Here are 6 common mistakes homeowners make when moving to a larger home and strategies to overcome them to help you make informed choices before you put your existing home on the market.

  1. Rose-Coloured Glasses

  2. Failing to make Necessary Improvements and staging

  3. Failing to Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage

  4. Getting Caught in the “Real Estate Catch 22”

  5. Failing to Coordinate Closings

  6. Not enough Lead marketing time for your home to get top dollar.

to discuss your home sale or purchase, call or text us today

… and start packing!