Questions about this
Is downsizing in Saskatoon worth it financially?
It depends on the spread between what your home sells for and what the smaller place costs, less roughly six percent in selling costs and a small title transfer fee on the purchase. Saskatchewan has no land transfer tax, so downsizing costs less here than in most provinces.
Should I buy first or sell first when downsizing?
Most downsizers in Saskatoon find the next place first, then list, with possession dates matched so there is only one move. That needs your current home valued honestly up front, because the budget for the next place depends on it.