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Deciding if it is time for your family to upsize or downsize is not always a clear choice. There are factors to consider that might push you to take the leap or stay put for a while longer. Whether you are thinking about upsizing so your family can spread out or purging possessions so you can downsize, here are some questions to ponder.<\/p>\n

1. How are you using your current space?
\nDo your family members feel like they don\u2019t have adequate privacy or space to do their own thing? \u00a0Are you tired of working at the dining table and really need an office or workshop? Is having the kids share bedrooms just not working out? Maybe an upsize is warranted. On the other hand, do you have rooms that aren\u2019t being used, or are you tired of paying property taxes on more house than you need? Check for the downsize column!<\/p>\n

2. Have you considered the maintenance costs?
\nIf upsizing is on your mind, consider the added costs for maintaining a larger home and property, whether in money or time. Will you be able to keep up with cleaning, lawn care, and general maintenance issues that come with owning a home? If you are ready to cross maintenance off your to-do list, perhaps you are ready to downsize to a more manageable property or one where the HOA handles part of the job.<\/p>\n

3. What are your outdoor space needs?
\nAre you ready to give up having a yard or garden to downsize to a maintenance-free space? Do you have pets that need outdoor space? Do you need more outdoor space for your children to play or your dog to run around in? The size of the house is one thing, but the property is important also.<\/p>\n

4. Have you looked to the future?
\nWhat do you expect your needs to be in the next five, ten, or twenty years? Do you want a large home where your children and grandchildren will come for vacations and holidays, or will you be spending those times at their homes? Will you want to entertain groups of friends, or do you foresee going out for your entertainment? What will happen if your spouse passes; will you want to stay in the home on your own?<\/p>\n

5. Do the financial implications add up in your favor?
\nCan you handle the higher costs involved with a larger home, or are you ready to cut costs with a downsize? Consider where you stand on your current mortgage. Are you alright with starting a new mortgage at this point in your life, or are you in a position to purchase in cash? What are the tax implications for your move?<\/p>\n

6. Is it the right market to upsize or downsize?
\nA seller\u2019s market is hot for those looking to sell a larger home and downsize. Upsizing may be riskier in a big seller\u2019s market, but if your family would be happier in a larger home, it might be worth the leap.
\nWhatever questions you have about purchasing your next home, I\u2019d be honored to assist you. So let\u2019s work together to make sure your next move is the right one.<\/p>\n

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