There’s no right or wrong answer to that question, but you and your wife will have to think carefully about your needs, financial status and tolerance for risk before you commit to either strategy — because both options come with advantages and disadvantages.
When you’re ready to make a move, I recommend working closely with a registered real estate salesperson who can answer your questions and provide you with advice derived from practical experience.
Let’s briefly discuss the pros and cons of buying first, which was the approach I took for my last home, and leave selling first for next week.
When you commit to buying first, time is on your side during the home search. You have the luxury of thinking carefully about the dwelling type and ownership model that’s right for you, and the freedom to visit an unlimited number of homes in your preferred neighbourhoods until you find one that fits your lifestyle. Moreover, you don’t have to worry about a rapidly-approaching closing deadline, and there’s no danger of you having to find a temporary place to live, or moving twice. [기사 전문 ↓]
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