The symptoms are classic. You start to covet that which you don’t have. Your eyes wander. You’re bored. You sneak in quick glances as you walk by.
Your daydreams are fuelled by your sudden want for a change.
There comes a time in every home-owner’s life when the grass really does start to look greener on the other side.
In real estate, we find homeowners get the “seven year itch” as early as the 4-year, 7-year and 9-year mark in a home.
This itch can often be influenced by an impending mortgage renewal, friends who move on to the next stage in their real estate journey, and new home design trends.
Real estate websites, Houzz, and Pinterest have made it even easier for homeowners to see inside homes and to discover what’s new.
Even the happiest of homeowners have been known to sneak-a-peek and covet other peoples' homes.
When the day comes that you suddenly realize you need to act on your longing for change, you have two options:
Renovate & Redecorate - Often, homeowners can renovate and redecorate and fall head-over-heels in love with their home again. Whether it’s new appliances, a brand new kitchen, or even a fresh new coat and colour of paint, there’s plenty a homeowner can do to keep their home current and fresh.
Sell and Move On - For the really restless, or those whose lifestyle now suits a different type or size of home, selling and moving can be a very viable option. Changing neighbourhoods, upsizing or downsizing, and lifestyle changes are all very common reasons to move.
Here are the top four reasons to consider a move:
Every home has a point where your life no longer fits inside. Suddenly, you feel as though the walls are closing in and all of your belongings are bursting out.
You run out of storage space. There’s a line for the bathroom. Your kids’ toys have taken over.
When decluttering doesn’t do the trick, it can be time to consider a move.
When your voice begins to echo through unoccupied rooms as you struggle to clean spaces you barely use, your house might be too big.
If your home is too large and you can’t find purpose with all the room, perhaps a downsizing move is in order.
Neighbourhoods change. Some see a decline and others become revitalized. People move out. People move in.
When you feel as though your neighbourhood can no longer meet your needs, it might be time to consider a change.
Home ownership doesn’t come for free. It takes time and money to maintain a home.
Every home reaches a point where maintenance ceases to be fun and begins to feel like a money and time draining pit.
If you find you’re spending all of your free time and budget maintaining your home rather than enjoying it, it might be time to consider a move.
We all have times where we might covet that which we might not have.
It is human nature to 'ooh and ahh' over things we might be attracted to, like a shiny new kitchen in a fancy new home.
When your home-envy becomes more than quick sideways glances, that’s a good sign it’s time to talk to a professional - A real estate agent.
When looking is no longer enough, give the professionals at Nyrose & Associates a call. We can help make your move easy.
In the meantime, we invite you to satisfy your thirst by browsing the latest real estate for sale in Kelowna on our website.
For more information on buying and selling in Kelowna, get in touch.
250-258-9888
contact@kelownarealestatepros.com
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