Empty Nester? Maybe It’s Time You Flew the Coop Too! 

If walls could talk, that big colonial or split-level of yours might share some great memories. It seems like just yesterday when the kids were young, and their friends were coming and going every waking moment. Yes, life was quite an adventure back then.

But now that you’re an empty nester, it doesn’t feel quite the same, does it?

Empty Nester: What Do We Do Now That the Kids Have Moved Out?

Was it always your dream when the kids were grown to sell your house and hit the road for a few years in an RV? It’s probably not too late to follow that dream. Then again, maybe your plans are of a modest nature, and you just want to downsize into a more manageable living space, preferably one without stairs to climb or a big yard to maintain. Perhaps you feel a smaller, cozier setting would be cheerier now that it’s just the two of you.

Sales Options for Empty Nesters

When or whether to sell your home is really a personal decision that only you can answer. But if you’re excited about the prospect of starting anew, then Third Coast Home Buyers is ready to help.

As an empty nester, the important thing to remember is that you have options. So what exactly are they?

Traditional Sale

You can go the traditional route and hire a real estate agent to market your home, but keep in mind you may have some work to do readying it for potential buyers. Extensive painting and cleaning may need to be done. Do you want to take that on yourself? Or shell out cash for those services to be performed?

You may also need to pay for photography and costs for staging. And don’t forget about agent commissions, inspections, and appraisal fees. You’ll also have to deduct those costs from your bottom line. Be prepared also to do some waiting. Sometimes a buyer can be found in days, but it’s also not unusual for a sale to take weeks or months.

Selling to a Cash Buyer

A second option is to sell to a trusted, experienced cash buyer like Third Coast Home Buyers. At Third Coast Home Buyers, all of those aforementioned fees are waived. You don’t pay an agent commission. You don’t pay for appraisals and inspections. And forget about readying your house to be marketed. You don’t have to because you’ll already have a buyer — us! We offer a completely transparent process where you can get your cash in a matter of days.

Your New Beginning Awaits

For many, being an empty nester is less about loss and more about embracing new opportunities. Downsizing to a smaller home, condo or apartment often frees homeowners from the responsibility of property maintenance. Instead, they can fill their free time with travel, hobbies, and other leisure activities. It can also be a welcome relief for those who are less able-bodied.

As your Gulf Coast neighbor, Third Coast Home Buyers understand that deciding to sell your long-time family home is a big decision, one that shouldn’t be rushed. But if and when you are ready to begin anew, just give us a call. We’ll help you out and be there for you every step of the way.