Torn Between Two Houses

“He loves me, he loves me not.” Pulling petals from a blossom while playing this children’s game is how some may decide between two things they adore but when it comes to being torn between two houses you’ve fallen in love with, there is a better way. It begins with being honest in what you need, what you want, and what you can live with. Let’s take a closer look at these key areas.

The Pros and Cons List

Making a list of what you like and don’t like about each home you’ve visited helps to narrow down the choices and help one home standout. List the likes/dislikes in the house room-by-room. 

You may decide having a larger bathroom with two vanities is the deciding factor between two homes that are very similar. Your decision could be based on having a pool, an in-home theater room, a three-car garage, or having a built-in home security system. It could be related to the ease of renovations to truly make this place your own in paint and finishes you like.

Consider your priorities. Consider the perks and bonuses of living in this home, in this neighborhood. You’re looking at lifestyle details and living preferences to see which home edges ahead in comparison. All of these things will help you decide which home is the right choice for you and your family.

Location & Future Development

As you look at this home today will the neighborhood be relatively the same in 5-years, ten years, or even beyond? Communities change and future development plans may impact the neighborhood in ways that are attractive to you or could bring about more noise, traffic, and neighbors.  

Resale Value

While you’re thinking about future development, consider if you think this home will see you through the many phases of your life—starting a family, the addition of a pet or two, if a parent needs to move in, into your retirement years, etc. With the increased mobility of these times, we live in and job transfers, it’s not uncommon for someone to move more than once and live in multiple homes during their lifetime. So, even though you’re looking at a new home for now, also keep in mind the potential resale value of the home for later on when you make plans for your next home. Talk with your agent about resale value potential and any issues that would make this particular home a tricky one to sell later on.

In Summary 

So, toss the flower petals to the side and give me call. I’m here to help guide you and answer your questions. My experience in helping clients find the right place can work for you to see a home for all it has to offer and its potential later should you ever want or need something different. 

Since 2004 Sara Lyn Nguyen continues to bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate around the Houston area to those she serves. Sara is a multi-year award winning REALTOR® and relocation specialist where her clients trust her to have up-to-date information on the real estate market. She has been one of Gary Greene’s Multi-Million Dollar Top Producers, and citywide was the #2 Top Producing agent in 2020, #3 in 2021, and #2 in 2022. When it’s time to buy, sell, invest, or relocate speak with a trusted professional knowledgeable in the homes and neighborhoods of Fort Bend/Sugar Land and the surrounding region.