After years, I have changed my mind...I think it's worth it to have the 'annual inspection' at least every couple years :-) HVAC units are expensive to repair/replace.

If peace of mind is your priority, there’s no harm in selling now, putting that equity towards Sacramento, and enjoying being closer to your family.

Your children can inherit the property as well.I think you will owe transfer tax on your QCD and fees for the trust and LLC as expenses to keep in mind. I

The one thing to keep in mind is that a HELOC is a great short term debt instrument.

Having a budget in mind is important however with timing especially at higher borrowing costs the lower end of the market or the "affordable housing" runs the most and runs hard.. has that also happened in Austin ?

I agree get 3rd party valuation, however I believe off market your offer should be 6% to 9% below that valuation for the sellers to net the same amount they would on open market.Then you have to worry about change of mind.  I

In hindsight I wish I would have put things into more of a pro and con list as it would be easier for readers, but understand it was just kind of brain dump as I was just doing my tax records so it was fresh on my mind. I

My feeble mind is having trouble figuring out the best way to pay for it all.

Most advice I've heard is just to approach them after the sale, which in my mind is too late.  

In my mind I think it would be ideal to wait until I get a "no-brainer" but notice as I drag my feet applicants tend to get antsy for a decision (Which I can appreciate).3.