C.J. Braden • 2 Minute Read
Top Things to Consider When Moving House
If you are in the process of moving house then there are lots of things to consider when looking for a place to live. Moving can be one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through, some even say it is on par with going through a divorce. You can make the whole process a simple, stress-free experience if you have everything organized from the start.
While I loved using a moving app during our last state to state move, there are also many other things to plan for and think about when moving. Read on to learn what top things you should consider when moving house.
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1- Area
One of the first things you need to think about is which area you would like to move to. This will give you a rough idea of how much homes in that specific area cost. You will then know if that is in your price range and if you will be able to afford it. If you are buying a home then you will need to sort out how much of a deposit you need to put down.
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You will also need to make sure that the monthly payments are affordable to you. If you are renting, then you will need to sort out how much payment you need to put down and if you can afford the monthly payment.
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2- Your Budget
When you have chosen the area you want to move to then it is important that you sort out your money to find out if it is an affordable option for you. If you are buying a new home then you will need to sort out the mortgage payments.
In order to do this then you need to work out all your incomings and outgoings to prove to the bank that you can afford the payments. If you are renting you will also need to do this to prove to the estate agents that you can afford the rent each month. For both these options, you will need to ensure you have a solid credit score.
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3- New Home?
You can now start looking at different homes within your specified area. You could look up apartments near me to find lots of choices for accommodation to buy and rent. Something else you will have to decide upon is whether you want to buy or rent a new home or an older one.
There are many pros and cons to both these options and occasionally it just comes down to personal preference. You may like new builds as they have a fresh, unlived feeling to them, or you might prefer the older style that has more character to them.
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4- Size Of Home
Finally, when you are thinking about moving you need to think about the size of the property that you need. If you have children then you need to make sure that there is enough room for everyone. The point of moving might be to give everyone more room, it may be a cheaper option to buy a smaller home and then convert the loft into extra rooms. Loft conversions can also add to your selling price if you sell in the future.
We hope you found this article helpful and it helps you consider the key aspects of moving.
C.J. (Carolyn) Braden is a regular contributor and editor for Carolyn’s Blooming Creations. She has been featured in numerous media publications such as InStyle Magazine, on HGTV, on Bustle.com, and more. She is the author of the books Georgia McMasters in Amethyst Lake Cemetery, How To Be Yourself: 3 Little Ways to Get Back To You Being You, and the illustrator for the children’s book Bridging Connections. She is a former classroom teacher that now dedicates her life to educating others on how to live their most healthy, creative and happy life. Learn more about her visiting our About Us page.
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