Rule #50: Allow yourself at least two months to find a house.

Rule #50: Allow yourself at least two months to find a house. It may take longer. It may take less time. Depending on how much time you dedicate to your search and what’s on the market, it can take two to four months of solid effort to find the right house. A 60-90 day closing date is common. If you want to move in July, starting in February will all but guarantee success.