Chris Cruse and Associates Real estate: Pros and cons to
buying a house before selling
November is Financial Literacy Month, a nationally-recognized month with the goal of
protecting and educating consumers about financial services. The theme for this year...
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Chris Cruse and Associates Real estate: Pros and cons to
buying a house before selling
November is Financial Literacy Month, a nationally-recognized month with the goal of
protecting and educating consumers about financial services. The theme for this year is
Financial Literacy Across Generations. This is the fourth in a series of Ask Joe columns that
will touch on important real estate decisions buyers and sellers face at different times in
their life. Join the discussion on Twitter at #FLM2013. <extra_leading_107pt>
Our family is growing and we’re ready to move to a bigger home. Should we buy first
or sell first? <extra_leading_107pt>
Once you become a homeowner, chances are you’ll be faced with this tough decision at
some point.
There is no “right” answer to a dilemma like this; it’s a personal decision that should take
into account your current circumstances and tolerance for risk. Or, more accurately, which
kind of risk you prefer. Buying first increases the risk of higher expense
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