[teachnmo]

I would have sold first and then bought unless you are paying cash for the home here. Then you don't have to deal with double mortgages, utilities, lawn maintenance, etc.

Trust me there will always be a home here you can buy. Don't think you have to buy it on the 1st trip here. I know you get that feeling that you have to have it now before anyone else gets the dream house you are wanting. But seriously there are many dream homes here.

Also since I bought two new homes in The Villages, I would buy a pre-loved home if I had to do it over again. I did look at pre-loved homes before but at the time I was looking I couldn't find everything I was looking for. After being here I have noted several that would have been great.

We lucked out and both houses we bought were in a neighborhood of marvelous people. We love our neighbors from both Hemingway and Bonita.

Just try try try to thoroughly clean out "stuff" before you bring it. Stuff is great, but memories are a lot lighter and takes up much less room. I figure if it goes in attic storage besides seasonal decorations, you probably won't be seeing it again.

Guess I went into more than should you sell or buy first. If I had to do it again I would have sold first, leased for two months and then bought. Just my opinion. :}