I would answer it by asking whether your current plan fits the market's actual pace.
If your move depends on everything lining up perfectly, I would challenge that plan right away. In Pomona, CA, homes that closed over the previous month took a typical 21 days, so I want your timing built around a real market pace.
Recent supply stood at 2.75 months, and offers landed at 101.2% of asking. The typical sold price was $675,000, and the typical estimated home value recently stood at $686,290. That tells me decisions should be practical, not overly optimistic.
Whether you need more space or a simpler setup, the same rule applies. In Pomona, CA, the move tends to go better when you know what you need, what you can spend, and how your current home fits into the larger plan. The market is active enough to reward clarity and expose loose planning.
Define the purpose of the move first. Build the numbers around recent closings, not ideal outcomes. I would also set a workable timeline with backup options so one delay does not derail the entire process.
