I also agree on the not selling part. Keep your house if you can, I know a number of people that went that route and after weeks, months or even a year they either wanted to go back home or had to for various reasons. If you can afford to rent it out. I also know a few people that moved all their stuff to the basement, sold off extras and rented out the main floor. They could come home at anytime and never felt homeless. If the economy keeps improving and house prices keep rising then you may find yourself unable to afford your current house in a few years. If you do keep it you can always sell later if you decide to.