Upsizing/Downsizing

Feb. 11, 2026

Buying Before You Sell vs. Selling Before You Buy

What Move-Up Buyers Need to Know About Home Sale & Purchase Contingencies

If you’re a move-up buyer, chances are you’re asking one big question:

“Do I need to sell my current home before I buy my next one?”

The honest answer?
It depends on your situation—and there’s …

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Sept. 25, 2025

Downsizing Without Debt: How More Homeowners Are Buying Their Next House in Cash



If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here's a trend worth paying attention to:

More homeowners are buying their next house outright, without taking on a new mortgage. And, if you’ve owned your home for a …

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Aug. 20, 2025

Condos Could Be a Win for Today’s Buyers



Not every homebuyer wants the biggest house on the block. Some want something simpler, more affordable, and easier to maintain, especially in a market where every dollar counts. That’s where condos come in.

For first-time buyers, they can be a smart way to get into homeownership without stretching …

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Sept. 3, 2024

Should You Sell Now? The Lifestyle Factors That Could Tip the Scale



Are you on the fence about whether to sell your house now or hold off? It’s a common dilemma, but here’s a key point to consider: your lifestyle might be the biggest factor in your decision. While financial aspects are important, sometimes the personal motivations for moving are reason …

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May 4, 2023

How Homeowners Win When They Downsize

 



Downsizing has long been a popular option when homeowners reach retirement age. But there are plenty of other life changes that could make downsizing worthwhile. Homeowners who have experienced a change in their lives or no longer feel like their house fits their needs may benefit from …

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April 6, 2023

Trying To Buy a Home? Hang in There.

 




We’re still in a sellers’ market. And if you’re looking to buy a home, that means you’re likely facing some unique challenges, like difficulty finding a home and volatile mortgage rates. But keep in mind, there are some benefits to being a buyer in today’s market that …

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March 7, 2023

Could a Multigenerational Home Be the Right Fit for You?

 

Could a Multigenerational Home Be the Right Fit for You? | MyKCM

During the pandemic, many of us reexamined the meaning of home for ourselves and our loved ones. Today, that can be seen in the recent rise in multigenerational householdsAccording to Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Economic Research at the National …

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Feb. 22, 2023

A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option

A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option

A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option | MyKCM

Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief …

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Feb. 6, 2023

The Top Reasons for Selling Your House

 

The Top Reasons for Selling Your House | MyKCM

Many of today’s homeowners bought or refinanced their homes during the pandemic when mortgage rates were at history-making lows. Since rates doubled in 2022, some of those homeowners put their plans to move on hold, not wanting to lose the low mortgage rate they have on …

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Feb. 15, 2022

What Every Seller Needs To Know About Renovating This Year?

 

What Every Seller Needs To Know About Renovating This Year

If you’re planning to sell this year, you’re probably thinking about what you’ll need to do to get your house ready to appeal to the most buyers. It’s crucial to work with a trusted real estate professional who knows your local market to get your home …

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