10 Signs It’s Time to Make a Move

How do you know if now is the time to move? Some reasons are obvious, but some reasons might not have occurred to you yet. Here are 10 items that might tell you it's time to get a new home.

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There are 10 signs we look at that indicate whether it may be time for you to move into a bigger home.

1. You just need more space. This could be either storage for the things you've collected or more space for visitors to stay in.
 
2. Your family is growing. If you're adding kids (or pets) to the family, that 1,000 square foot place isn't going to cut it anymore.
 
3. You've got more to spend. You might have been like most people and bought what you needed rather than what you wanted because you didn't have much to spend on your current home.
 
4. Work has changed. If you're commuting 10 hours a week, it might be time to look for a place closer to work. We're very good at helping clients relocate in this situation.
 
5. The market might be right. In fact, the market is right at this time! Interest rates are still low and the market is still hot, making it a perfect storm for both buyers and sellers.

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The market is in prime position for move-up buyers right now.

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6. Home is where the heart is. If you bought a house in a neighborhood with amenities like a community pool, you might have reached a point in your life when those amenities no longer interest you.
 
7. It's time to get out of your current home. Just like old cars, old homes have maintenance issues that come up over time that you have to keep up with. When your equity starts getting eaten up by needs like a new roof or kitchen upgrades, it might be time to leave.
 
8. You have different needs. Maybe when you first moved in you were excited to be close to the bars, but now you're thinking about being closer to schools.
 
9. It's all about the garage. Over time, you may get an extra vehicle or more and more lawn equipment and tools, so you will need space for them.
 
10. Your green thumb is itching. If you're in a condo with no yard, for example, you may find yourself wanting a lawn for things like gardening, a swing set, or a pool.

If you have any questions about reasons to move into a new home or you're curious about anything in the real estate market, give us a call. We'd love to help you out!