Although you may have had some great memories in your current
home, for some of us, it might be time to sell up and move on. With 5.5 million
homes being sold in 2017, it seems that many of us are upping sticks and
deciding to try somewhere new. However, through all of the moves in the UK,
what exactly are the main reasons people are selling up?
From size issues to new beginnings, here are some of the top reasons we decide
to move house.
Issues with the property
Probably one of the most common reasons people move on from
their home is that their current property isn’t fit for purpose. An example of
this is the issue of space. Maybe you’ve begun to realise that the once great
amount of space suddenly feels a little bit too tight, especially if you’ve recently
started a family.
Another reason could be that the neighbourhood you once loved
so much has changed for the worse since you moved in. Maybe the area has become
too busy or has been overrun by students, whatever the case, it might be time
to move on.
Financial reasons
Sometimes, it can be issues with your funds that mean you
need to sell up, however, this isn’t always a negative situation. A common
reason for people to move is relocation due to a promotion or new job. New
career opportunities mean new options when it comes to property, and maybe that
new pay cheque will allow you to get the home you’ve always dreamed of.
On the other hand, it may be an issue of equity. If you’re
looking at your property with no cash in the bank, selling your home and
investing in a cheaper property could be a way of making some extra cash.
Life events
No matter where we live, life can throw a curveball at any
moment. Sometimes this might mean that we have to move on from our current
abode to find pastures new. If, for example, you break up with your significant
other or spouse, you may need to sell the property and find new place to live.
Another more lighthearted reason could be you’re finally
finished with work and are looking forward to a sunny retirement abroad. With
130,000 Brits moving to foreign climes last year, it’s not unusual for many of
us to sell up in the UK to buy our perfect home abroad.
Whatever your reasons, make moving easier with
Hawley & Rodgers
There are countless reasons why you might want
to up sticks and move to a new property. However, that doesn’t mean it’s a
simple process. The legal minefield of buying and selling property can be
confusing at the best of times. Luckily Hawley and Rodgers are on hand to help.
Our conveyancing solicitors are trained to the highest standard and have the
skills necessary to tackle any property issue you may be dealing with. For more
information on our range of legal services,
visit our
website
or get in touch with a member of our team at one
of our branches.
