Friday, January 1, 2021 / by Nick Johnston
Wishing you the best for 2021!
We hope 2021 has been off to a great start for you! If you have any big plans for the year, you might be interested in this famous quote by Benjamin Franklin, “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” We would add, “Plan early.” We know that the sooner you get started, the more likely you are to ultimately succeed. Say, for example, you’re thinking of selling your home this year. Even if you don’t expect to list until the summer or fall, there are numerous advantages to starting to plan now. Wouldn’t it be helpful to know how much your current property is worth right now, how much you can invest in a new home, what the selling process will be like, etc.? That information would eliminate much of the uncertainty and help you move forward with more confidence. By the way, Lynn and Nick are here to help whenever you have questions or need advice that’s real estate-related. Even if you need a contractor recommendation, we can help. Feel free to reach out to Lynn or Nick anytime. |
4 Good Reasons to Consider Selling your Home |
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Do any of these reasons resonate for you? If so, now is the time to start preparing. Even if you don’t anticipate moving for several months, this is the best time to get the process started. |
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Be Prepared for Power Failures |
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As a starting point, every home should have emergency supplies that include basics such as candles and matches, flashlight(s) and fresh batteries, a first-aid kit, and at least one large jug of fresh water. |
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How Much Can You Spend on Your Next Home? |
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Why not find out? It only takes a few calculations to determine how much of a new home you qualify to buy. The calculation involves estimating how much you can get for your house on today’s market; determining what type of home you want and establishing what a house like that would currently sell for; and then taking into consideration your income, savings and other financial resources. Once you put it all together, you’ll have a price range within which you can confidently shop for a new home. This exercise might surprise you. You might find out you can afford to get into a home and neighbourhood you’ve always dreamed about. It’s worth finding out! |