Date Posted: 2012-05-22 09:22:06
Site Posted: Myproperty.ph
Everyone has thoughts of relocating to a new neighborhood one day, especially if they have been in the same one for a long time. Some of these feelings may just be fleeting ones, but if you find yourself considering a move a lot more than usual, this might be an indication that you are no longer satisfied with your present home. Here are some other ways to tell if you are ready for the big move.
You are regularly looking at classified ads for available properties. Commenting on how nice a certain house is is one thing; it would be another when you are beginning to wish that you were living there, or somewhere else, for that matter. If part of your Sunday newspaper reading habit is scanning the real estate classifieds to find houses for rent or sale, you may be ready to speak to a real estate professional about a possible change of scenery.
Your neighborhood has ceased to be ideal. One of the reasons that you decided to move to your community may have been because of its urban location, especially when you bought your property when you were young. Blame it on age, but somehow, the thought of living near malls or night spots has lost its appeal. If you feel like your taste in residence is maturing, you might be ready to move somewhere you can just relax.
Your remodeling efforts seem fruitless. There’s nothing wrong with doing a bit of renovating now and then to fit your needs. But if you feel like you aren’t becoming satisfied with the results no matter how many changes you make, this may be a sign that you don’t just need a new kitchen, but an entirely new house.
You’re on the family way. If you’re still wondering if your studio-type apartment or one-bedroom flat is enough for you and your spouse, having a baby will be a real eye-opener. Not only will this mean that you need more room to raise your little one, but imagine if you have to move from one house to another with a pregnant wife or with a baby in tow.
Your home is almost empty. If you are an older couple and your house has since lost the echoes of your children playing (or arguing) long ago, you may be ready to leave your house. After your kids move out, a big house becomes a handful to maintain, so you are doing yourself a favor by getting a smaller home somewhere else for a stress-free retirement.
If you are becoming restless about your present residence, take a look at your situation and find out what it is about your living conditions that’s causing your anxiety. If the problem can only be solved by a move, don’t be afraid to start looking for a new home.
Jillian Cariola, Writer
(cover image by Melissa Balkon)
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