One of the biggest traps first-time buyers fall into is chasing the “perfect home.”

The right street. The dream kitchen. The ideal price. The perfect timing.

But that mindset usually leads to one thing: analysis paralysis.

Instead of moving forward, buyers get stuck in a loop of scrolling, second-guessing, and waiting for a flawless mix of features that may never show up.

Every Home Has Trade-Offs

Price. Location. Layout. Condition.

You can’t have it all — and that’s okay. Waiting for the perfect home is a mindset that quietly holds buyers back. The buyers who move with confidence aren’t settling. They’re prioritizing.

They know that finishes can be changed. Timing can be adjusted. And perfection isn’t the point — progress is.

Clarity > Pressure

My job isn’t to push people into decisions.

It’s to help them find clarity:

• What truly matters
• What it really means to be flexible
• How to move forward with confidence, not confusion — especially when the idea of a ‘perfect home’ clouds the path.

The 85% Rule: A Tool for Smart Decisions

One tool I use often? The 85% Rule.

If a home meets about 85% of your essential criteria, it’s likely a good fit — even if it doesn’t check every single box.

And if you struggle with decision-making, you’re not alone. I’ve been there. I’ve over-analyzed things too. It’s human.

This mindset shift helps my clients stop chasing perfect, start acting with purpose — and let go of the illusion of a perfect home.

Progress Over Perfection

At the end of the day, the smartest buyers aren’t waiting for the “perfect home.” They’re making a smart plan, embracing trade-offs — and saying yes when it feels right enough.

If you’re feeling stuck, the answer isn’t pressure. It’s perspective.

Let’s find it together.