Should I Move?

As everyone is aware, the real estate market has made a faster than expected turnaround. Reacting quickly if you wish to buy a property has become increasingly important. A few months ago it did not matter how fast you made real estate purchase decisions. Today making rapid and informed real estate purchase decisions matters a great deal.

Another discomforting surprise for many real estate buyers is that property prices are rising quickly and likewise mortgage loan rates. My advice is to carefully review all aspects of both your current and future real estate needs with someone you can trust and depend on for knowledgeable advice. Based on my many years of experience selling real estate in coastal and inland Orange County, I can suggest some areas for further research that for whatever reasons you may have overlooked.

1. It's important to anticipate future as well as current housing needs.

2. For people who suffer from knee problems and other kinds of disabling health issues, thinking about special requirements for their next home is a high priority.

3. It's also extremely important for homebuyers to think about their future needs as they get older and, as the region's population also ages, competition for one-story homes for sale is increasing. Single-family homes for sale already are becoming scarce. The first-floor of a two-story home usually doesn't compare favorably with the comforts and convenience of a single-story home. For example, many two-story homes have a downstairs bedroom that may be suitable for an office but too small for living space and probably doesn't have a bathroom large enough to meet your needs.

4. Most of my clients initially say that they are not sure that they will buy something. That's fine – that is quite normal. From experience I really don't expect people to know whether or when they will purchase a property. Most importantly, people need to learn enough about the real estate market and potential choices, without any pressure, to make the right decision at the right time. Helping people to make one of their most important decisions in life is why I love selling real estate.