7 Good Reasons Why It is Time to Break Up with Your House
“Nothing lasts forever except death and taxes” or something like that… Throughout your adult life time, your needs are sure to change. Below are some reasons that might lead you to consider whether your home is still right for you.
You Have Outgrown Your House
Are you expecting a new baby? Starting a new life with a new spouse? Picked up a new hobby or ten? It could be that your two bedroom house has begun to burst at the seams. If you can’t find the “place” for “everything in its place and a place for everything”, now might be a great time to consider breaking up with your current house and getting an upgrade.
Your House Has Outgrown You
Did your kids suddenly grow up overnight leaving you with a half empty home and a whole lot less laundry? Did that country song where your dog, pickup truck and wife all leave you finally happen to you? Downsizing your house might be in your best interest. You can spend that extra cash on a red convertible or two.
Time for downsizing your Johnson County KS house? Contact me today!
Everything Needs Updating
Do you like watching HGTV but don’t actually like the “doing” part? Did the handle just come off of your oven, the faucet start leaking and paint start peeling all in the same week? If your home is in need of a remodel and upgrade but you aren’t ready or able to deal with the inconvenience and hassle, it might be more fun to find something finished and ready for you.
Your Job Has Changed
Did you used to commute 15 minutes each way but found the perfect job is now an hour away? Do you now work from a corner of your living room in your pajamas most days? Work has changed a lot recently and you may need more space, privacy and doors in your home to survive.
You Need Good Schools
Maybe that two bedroom condo seemed like a great idea at the time, but now that Billy and Sally are in school you have your eye on a particular district. Maybe you always wanted to have your kids grow up in a small community or need them to have the opportunities of a big district. Our kids make us see the world a little differently and that might mean reevaluating our housing decisions.
Your Physical Needs Don't Match Your House
Do you have a two story and what you need is a ranch? Is there not a way to accommodate additional space, grab bars or safety items? Does your loved one have more therapy equipment than you do closets? It might be time to look at a home with a more universal design friendly floor plan. (or to brainstorm with your favorite realtor on possible solutions to buy you time in this one)
You want less maintenance (or more!).
Do you hate spending your evenings or Saturdays doing yardwork? Is replacing a kitchen faucet last on your list? Or do you long to get your hands in the dirt in a real garden rather than a box one? Is HGTV calling your name? Find a home that fits that you that you are today.
Do any of these add up to a reason to move? That’s up to you. You could remodel or make changes to make your home work better for you. You could think about changes that support your goals. Or you could find a new home that better fits your needs.
Are you interested in the value of your Johnson County KS property? Let’s get together so I can share a free market analysis on your home. I can help with all things related to Johnson County KS real estate.
Please feel free to check out the Johnson County KS Property search on my Keller Williams Platinum Partners portal as a starting point or go on over to my Johnson County KS by Zip Codes page where I have the property searches organized by city.
And then reach out to me so I can get you the latest information reports for the best suburbs of Kansas City to help you break up with your home that doesn’t fit anymore and play matchmaker to find you one that does!
