Kevin: You're in a great position, no doubt, given that you own your current home outright. However, there are so many variables that can influence any deduction to your question. For instance, in what market area do you live? Do you need/want to move? What are the price points? As you can see, there's no one easy answer that fits every scenario. I'd love to help you find the right answer for your situation. Please feel free to reach me directly at addie.wiseman@century21.com. Thanks. --Addie

Kevin, this is a great question. I would love to discuss this with you further. The market is changing daily. I would need to know more about your specfic needs before suggesting a marketing strategy. Please email me at Sheila@SheilaJohnson.com with a little more information on what you are looking for, area your home is located, how soon are you thinking of moving, do you plan to stay in state or moving out of the area? I am looking forward to hearing from you. Sincerely-Sheila

Kevin, sounds like a good problem to have. Actually, while there are a number of variables to consider, the first step is to prepare you current home for the market. Following the standard procedures to get your home ready to sell is step #1. While you could begin looking before you have your current home listed, you might be putting the cart before the horse. Having said that, as Addie mentioned, since you owe nothing on your house, and assuming your credit is good, your search for another home, whether in the surrounding area, or somewhaere else, is free of the the financial constraints of those who have a mortgage to pay. But, after taking care of the listing side, then I'd look for a good buyer's agent that knows the area you want to purchase in, and begin to investigate homes that match the criteria and lifestyle your after. Using the same agent for both may be your best bet, and save you some money. But, like any professional service you employ, please due your due diligen

Kevin, sounds like a good problem to have. Actually, while there are a number of variables to consider, the first step is to prepare you current home for the market. Following the standard procedures to get your home ready to sell is step #1. While you could begin looking before you have your current home listed, you might be putting the cart before the horse. Having said that, as Addie mentioned, since you owe nothing on your house, and assuming your credit is good, your search for another home, whether in the surrounding area, or somewhaere else, is free of the the financial constraints of those who have a mortgage to pay. But, after taking care of the listing side, then I'd look for a good buyer's agent that knows the area you want to purchase in, and begin to investigate homes that match the criteria and lifestyle your after. Using the same agent for both may be your best bet, and save you some money. But, like any professional service you employ, please due your due diligen