SELL
FIRST
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Pros:
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If you are only interested
in moving if a very specific property comes up, buying
first ensures you do not miss out on the perfect opportunity.
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If a unique or underpriced
property comes on the market and you do not think it will
last long, snapping up the deal ensures someone else does
not buy it out from under you. |
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Cons:
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If your current home
does not sell quickly enough you may end up having to
finance both homes and carry the extra debt until you
do sell.
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You do not know what
the final selling price of your current home will be.
If your budget is tight, this could affect your financial
decisions. While you can get appraisals and market evaluations
of your current home's value, nothing is for sure until
you actually get an offer. |
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How would you and your
family react to the stress of having to rent for an unknown
period of time? |
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Make mirrors glitter
and appliances sparkle |
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Wash and polish all floors
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Clean and freshen bathrooms
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Clean/shampoo all carpets
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Clean all windows, walls,
doors and trim |
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"This place
looks neat and tidy" |
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Clear all countertops
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De-clutter all heavy
traffic areas |
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Store surplus furniture
to reduce feeling crowded |
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Put seasonal clothing
into storage |
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Clear halls and stairs
of clutter |
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"It certainly
is well maintained" |
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Touch up interior paint
and paper |
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Repair cracked plaster |
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Tighten door knobs and
cupboard latches |
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Oil any squeaky doors
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Repair leaky plumbing
(taps, shower heads and toilets) |
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Repair seals/caulking
around bathtub and sinks |
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Replace burnt-out light
bulbs/install brighter bulbs |
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Clean furnace and humidifier |
