Imagine you have a growing family, and you want to trade in the small sedan for something larger. So, you visit the dealership and come back with a bus.Well, that would be upsizing a bit too much
Upsizing or Downsizing? Don’t Overdo It!
Dated: July 20 2023
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Imagine you have a growing family, and you want to trade in the small sedan for something larger. So, you visit the dealership and come back with a bus.
Well, that would be upsizing a bit too much – unless you have a really huge family!
That’s the challenge of upsizing or downsizing. You need to be careful not to take it too far and end up with something that isn’t suitable.
This often occurs in the real estate world. For example, homeowners might decide to sell their home and find a smaller one. But, if they go too far, they end up with a property so small they feel claustrophobic.
How do you avoid a similar scenario happening to you?
If you’re thinking of upsizing or downsizing, the best place to start is in your own home. Think about how you use the space. Do you and your family spend a lot of time in certain areas? Are there rooms and other spaces that are rarely used? Or, conversely, do you wish you had more room — such as an extra bedroom, wider driveway, separate living and family rooms, etc.?
Do a thoughtful analysis of how you’re using your current property in order to reveal clues about what you’ll want in your next home. If you’re upsizing, you might find that all you need is an extra bedroom. If you’re downsizing, you might realize that one family room, rather than separate living and family rooms, would work better for you.
So, whether you’re upsizing or downsizing, carefully decide what type of new home you need. Be as specific as possible. Consider criteria such as the number of bedrooms, entertaining space, bathrooms, driveway size, etc., that you need. Doing that will help ensure your upsizing or downsizing move will be successful.
Susi During
Susi During is a REALTOR® who brings a tremendous amount of value added benefits to the table for both buyers and sellers. With education and experience in financial analysis, budget keeping, expense....
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