Top Reasons Homeowners Are Selling
While your mortgage rate is important, you may have other things in your life that make a move essential. As Jessica Lautz, Vice President of Demographics and Behavioral Insights at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), explains: “Home sellers have historically moved when something in their lives changed – a new baby, a marriage, a divorce or a new job. . . .” So, if you’re thinking about selling your house, it may help to explore the other reasons homeowners are choosing to make a move today. A survey by realtor.com asked recent home sellers why they decided to sell. Here’s what they said ( see below ): If you’re thinking of selling your house, you may feel some hesitation since mortgage rates are still relatively high compared to the past couple of years. Even though it’s true that rates are higher, there are other non-financial factors to consider when it comes to making a move.
Homeowners’ Top Reasons To Sell
26% Need a home office to work
31% Want different features or amenities
29% Home no longer meets their needs
22% Want a smaller home that’s less work
23% Want to be closer to loved ones
17% Don’t need to live near their office
Source: realtor.com
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