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Many of us reach a point in our lives when we’re stuck between doing work to improve our existing homes and moving. If you’re at a crossroads, and you don’t know which way to go, here are some essential questions to answer.
Do you love where you live?
The first question to think about when you’re toying with the idea of moving or renovating is ‘do you love where you live?’ If the answer is no, moving may seem much more appealing than updating or renovating your home. If you relocate, you can explore different areas and styles of properties. If you do love where you live, and you’re reluctant to move out of the street or the neighborhood, it makes sense to explore opportunities to enhance your home.
What kind of home would make you happy?
When you’re weighing up the pros and cons of home improvements and moving house, it’s important to be clear about what you want. What kind of home would make you happy? If you’re leaning towards staying where you are, would it be possible to adapt and modify your home to ensure it checks all of the boxes, or do you need to move to make your dreams come true? It’s worth taking a look at what’s on the market and exploring other avenues if you are open to moving. You could consider building your own home, for example. There’s a lot of work involved from finding a plot and a reputable foundation contractor to overseeing building and undertaking decorating and interior design jobs, but this is an effective way to design your dream house. In some cases, building can also be more cost-effective.
Is it possible to make your current homework?
There are lots of options to explore when it comes to home improvements and renovations, but they may not all be suitable for your property. If you live on a small plot, for example, and you need more space, adding an extension at the rear may not be a viable solution. If you have a limited budget, you might also find that you can’t afford to take on extensive remodeling projects. If you’re not desperate to stay in the same town or city, it may work out cheaper to buy a house that has everything you need in a different location.
If you have got your heart set on staying in your home, there are budget-friendly solutions to problems like a lack of space. Changing the layout and knocking smaller rooms into large living spaces is a great idea. You can also create more versatile rooms to enhance functionality or free up space indoors by adding a garden room, a summerhouse, or a log cabin to your garden or yard. This is an excellent option if you need a home office or a music, art, or exercise studio, for example.
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Moving house is a big decision, and often, it’s difficult to decide whether to renovate or relocate. Hopefully, this guide will help you to make the right decision.
