Whats one of the first things we say when we tour a new home: Our furniture would fit perfectly in here. But if youre downsizing, that might not be the case. You may have fewer rooms to furnish, and the proportions of the rooms you do have may be smaller.nbsp;
If youre looking for a smaller place for financial reasons, youre probably not keen on spending money on new furniture. Be sure to measure your large pieces and take those measurements with you when touring homes. If it comes down to a couple of homes youre considering, maybe the one with the larger living room that can accommodate your sectional gets the edge.
New homes today are built to feel more open and maximize storage. If youre worried about going smaller, look to new construction.nbsp;
If youre trying to save money, the fact that a smaller home will presumably not only cost you less for your mortgage but also your ongoing bills is great news. If you can get a handle on how much your utilities will be This is a good thing to ask your real estate agent, who can then reach out to the sellers agent, you might even be able to use the presumed savings to boost your buying poweror to sock money away every month.
Less square footage means less to clean and maintain If you also have a smaller outdoor area, mowing and yard work will also be easier, allowing you to spend that leftover time pursuing other activities and interests.nbsp;
City or suburbs. Attached or single-family. Long commute or not. When your homebuying plans are dictated by budget, the decision-making process can be challenging. Written pro-con lists can be tremendously helpful in helping you sort out your feelings. But make sure to be brutally honest with yourself. If youre leaning toward a move to the suburbs and youve written off how grueling a long commute can be, you may be in for a rude awakening.
No room for guests: Hosting a huge holiday dinner might be out of the question in a smaller home, said The Balance. Out-of-town guests might need to stay at a hotel when they come to visit.
People often tend to embrace the IDEA of moving down before they really embrace the reality. The idea of less square footage might be acceptable if it saves you moneybut the reality of less space often feels like a loss.
Its OK to see it that way. Anytime theres a big life change, we need time to adjust. Give yourself time to mourn the loss of the home youre leaving. It may make the transition easier.
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