Should You Sell First or Find Your Next Place First?

Questions to Think About Before a Housing Move:

  • Do I want to continue maintaining a house and yard?
  • Would a condo, apartment, or senior community better fit my lifestyle now?
  • Do I want to be closer to family, doctors, or activities?
  • How much space do I really use today?
  • What monthly budget do I want for housing?
  • What will I do with the contents of my home?
  • Should I sell first or find my next place first?
  • How much planning time do I need?

The earlier you start planning, the more options you will have and the less stressful the process will be.

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Kate Busch Gervais, senior housing transition specialist, Connecticut
About the Expert

Kate Busch Gervais

Realtor®
SRES®, SRS®, PSA®, CDP®
Clear Path Moves is run by Kate Busch Gervais, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty, who brings more than 25 years of experience across senior services, nonprofit leadership, housing, care navigation, and community advocacy. She guides older adults and their families through housing transitions, bringing clear answers, trusted resources, and specialized real estate expertise.

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