Thinking about moving states? Got a new job offer you have to travel for? It’s time to sell your home, but you’re a little nervous. Is this your first time selling a home? You aren’t the only ones. Many Americans are frequent nomads. The average American family will move every 5-7 years, selling a home each time. Why do Americans frequently sell their homes? Here are five common reasons why.
The Home is Just Too Small
First-time homeowners often “outgrow” their first home. Whether there’s another baby on the way, or an unexpected long-time guest, many reports needing extra space. Kids grow, families change, and as such, so do the families’ needs.
With so much prime real estate available in Merced county, there’s plenty of space for growing families and their needs.
Or Maybe It’s Too Big
An empty nest is a good enough reason for a new home. Kids grow up and move out, it’s time to downsize. Besides, the older one becomes the harder it is to maintain a larger home. Degenerative diseases and ailments make it harder to climb stairs, walk for too long, do intensive yard work, or to squeeze through narrow pathways. Retirement communities also lure retirees over the age of 55. Chowchilla real estate offers many fantastic amenities for this age group. These communities offer amenities such as golf courses, clubhouses, and social gatherings. There are also health and medical facilities, making it easier to age in peace.
New Job or Transferring
Life changes don’t always mean upsizing or downsizing. If you finally land your dream job, it’s necessary to pull up roots. While it doesn’t have to be as drastic as moving to a new state or city, a new home may still be in order. It’s reasonable to decline a commute that exceeds a certain distance, especially in heavy traffic. If you’re spending more money on gas than you’re making at work, it’s time to relocate somewhere closer.
Needing a New Challenge (Or Maybe New Priorities)
A building or remodeling a home from the ground up is very rewarding for some. Putting your time, money, blood, sweat, and tears into a house while tailoring it to your family’s needs makes some folks feel a sense of accomplishment. But once the seemingly endless renovations dry up, what’s left to do? “Flippers” become restless from sitting in one place for too long. Many migrate to the next fixer-upper, and the cycle begins anew.
Sometimes, however, it’s just a matter of not having a home at all. Folks can get tired of owning a home. They want to travel the world, pursue a hobby, or just not the weight of a mortgage on their shoulders. Home Owning loses its glamour. Selling their home becomes fuel to realizing your dreams.
Made An Investment Too Early
An overeager buyer may think to themselves, “I can go without a front yard.” Then weeks later, after settling in, realize the streetlights are too bright and the noise of the traffic is too loud. The pool you thought would be a fun addition is actually a pain to maintain, especially for something you rarely use. Perhaps you were too starstruck during the initial tour and missed the sunken in steps to the living room. Maybe the location is wrong, and you’re looking for real estate for sale in Merced, CA but you’re stuck somewhere that isn’t suitable for you.
And what about your neighbors? The neighborhood can always change economically, socially, or internally. Maybe the area has developed in a way you’re not happy about. Is it too busy? Too trendy or young? Maybe it’s too quiet? If you’re finding that you’re no longer comfortable in your neighborhood, it’s time for a change.
Whatever your reasons for selling are, Soldavi Realty is always there to guide you through the process. Feel free to contact us today at 209.975.7653.