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Looking to Move? Here Are the Best Reasons to Buy Before You Sell

First, a disclaimer: most of the time, it is a good idea to sell your old house before purchasing a new one. After all, the potential burden of paying for two mortgages at the same time is a financial risk which few people are willing and able to take on. That being said, there are some specific circumstances in which you might want to consider reversing the order of things by buying the new house first. The market being what it is currently having a house purchased before you sell your own might be your only option in this buyers market. You may be faced with not being able to find a house before you sell your own. Keep reading to learn about the other factors which can make this unconventional decision a smart move!

Avoid These Mistakes If You Plan to Sell

Anytime you plan on selling your home there are a number of timeless, common mistakes that can end up costing you serious money down the line. Unfortunately, some homeowners might not realize that their actions now can have negative effects on their future home sale. For the smoothest and most profitable sale possible, here are 6 things that you should avoid when deciding to sell your home.

Pandemic Upgrades That Can Yield a Positive Return

remodeled kitchen with stove in the kitchen islandThe pandemic has no doubt put a wrench in all of the “normal” and day to day life activities that we are all used to. This has obviously seeped into how we use our homes as well as how we now view what a renovation will do to make your home more usable for you and your family. Spending more time in your kitchen? Or perhaps you desire a more comfortable outdoor space that may facilitate a pandemic friendly meet-up. These upgrades have been growing in popularity as we spend more and more time in our common spaces in our homes.