If you and your little ones are planning a big move this year; it’s important to keep things as stress-free and as affordable as possible during each step of the way. Your kids are like sponges, and they will no doubt be absorbing your approach to spending and saving as you navigate through the property selling and buying process. There will be far more than simply exchanging the money needed for your next home, and receiving whatever you can for your current abode, so it’s worth a little extra effort when it comes to preparing and planning ahead.
A happy and straightforward moving process is something that you can get the whole family involved in. They’ll learn a little about each stage of selling and buying, and the work that goes into a successful moving day, so don’t be fearful of explaining what is happening to them. If there are particular financial consequences to certain actions, especially positive ones; share and explain them so that you can instil some great values and knowledge surrounding the cost of moving house, property, and real estate in general. Who knows; you might just spark an interest in a budding property tycoon of the future! The following are some things to consider if you’re about to pop up the for sale sign and want to save cash where you can as you’re heading out on your exciting property adventure together.
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Research And Sourcing
If you head towards the first estate agent or property legal team that you see; you’re unlikely to be able to save much money at the beginning of the process. However, doing some thorough online research, and sourcing more affordable options to suit your family, will ensure that the process doesn’t leave you broke. Therefore, it’s worth checking out some conveyancing quotes online as a starting point, and you can figure out the extra cash you’ll need to put aside to pay for everything. There are also options to sell your own home now, which will get rid of hefty agent fees, so that’s another area to consider if you’re willing to put in the work. You’ll need to balance what’s most important to you and your family in regards to time, money, and effort along the way, so the sooner you get started, the better.
A Bit Of DIY
The do it yourself approach will save you money throughout selling and buying a home, and the process of moving along the way. Therefore, it’s worth figuring out what you’ll be able to do without hiring anyone to help. If a survey comes back on a house that needs crucial renovation, rewiring, or a multitude of other work; work out if you’d be able to fix any problems yourself before moving day rolled around or as soon as you all moved in. In regards to removal costs; you could consider the packing process as soon as you know you’re moving and renting a storage unit near your new home so that you can do the majority yourself. Again, it’s about weighing up what will cost more time, money, and effort than you’re willing to spend, and going from there.
