Things You Need To Consider When Moving Home

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Whether you are a first-time buyer, finally moving out of your childhood home, or you are empty-nesters, seeking a change of scenery – moving home is equally challenging and exciting. There are plenty of things you need to consider, whether that relates to finances, packing, saying goodbye, and finding your new dream home. However, to help you through this difficult time, we’ve put together a list of important things you need to remember when moving home.

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1. Finances First
As with any move, whether you are moving country or to another house within the same city, you need to first focus on your financial situation. You don't want to end up in debt due to overloading yourselves will bills you cannot realistically pay. Whilst you can reign in your spending, you want to ensure you can live comfortably in your new home, without having to worry about money and bills. After all, moving should be fun and exciting, not worrisome! 

Therefore, it is important that you first consider your financial situation before signing any contract. Keep track of your spending, look over your paychecks and salary, and determine your ideal budget – then work strictly within this. 

However, it is also common for buyers to take out a loan when purchasing a property to ease the financial burden you are putting yourself under. Companies, such as Property Guru, for example, can help you find the perfect Home loans in Singapore. They will work closely with you to ensure that you set up an excellent budget and guide you through the loan application process, from the inquiry stages right through to completion and receiving your loan. They can also help you plan how and when you will repay the loan, per your individual needs. Taking out an affordable loan can truly ease a lot of the stress that we associate with moving house.

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2. Plan ahead
When it comes to designing your new home, you must plan ahead. Not only will this allow you to determine exactly how much you are going to spend on decorating your new home and the cost of any new furnishings, but it means you enter the new property with a clear plan in mind. This means the lengthy decorating period can be sped up somewhat, as you have a clear action plan to follow. 

Whether you are looking for modern furniture to revamp your home or looking to remodel entirely, turning an old-fashioned kitchen into a stylish modern kitchen, you should always decide what you are looking for before you visit any shop or purchase any products. Here are some things you may want to consider when decorating:

• The color scheme 
• The aesthetics (Are you inspired by a particular decade or theme?)
• Do you want a signature piece of furniture? Or will you have a signature color for each room that takes precedence? 
• How will the lighting change the room? 
• What kind of fixtures do you want to install?
• What are the essential pieces of furniture you need to buy?
• What items can you DIY to save money?

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3. Pack Early
We are all guilty of putting of packing to the last minute. However, when you are packing for a holiday or short break, you can afford to leave it till the last second – after all, you only have to throw some clothes into a suitcase. When you are moving home, however, you have to find a way to pack your entire life into some boxes – and it takes much more time than you think. Therefore, you should start packing up your home several weeks before you move. A great way to pack efficiently is to pack one room at a time, that way all of your belongings/furniture are grouped together, and you can find them easily when it comes to unpacking. Be sure to leave any essential items to last, so that they are the last thing in the moving van and you can access them within seconds of entering your new home.

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4. Forward your mail
Whether you still write letters to friends and family or receive work-related correspondence through the mail, you must let others know that you are moving home. This is particularly true for prescription based services, as you don’t want whoever lives in your old home to receive items you are paying for free of charge! It is also important that you register to vote under your new address, especially if an election is on the horizon and you want to ensure that your voice is heard.