Life is constantly changing–relationships, jobs, children, and family all cause shifts in our lifestyles and more specifically where we live.
People relocate to a new home for a number of reasons: career, relationships, family, finances or just for change itself. Here are nine reasons why people move:
- Larger Home
Upsizing is one reason people move. A couple that decides to start having children soon realize that their initial home no longer meets their growing family’s needs. As children grow, there is a need for extra bedrooms and living space. The more children added, the greater the need for a larger home with more bedrooms, bathrooms, and a larger yard. - Downsizing
When children grow and leave the home, some parents opt to downsize and relocate to a smaller, more manageable house. - Homeownership
Homeownership is still very much a part of the American dream for many people–and falls into our “top 10 reasons for relocating” category. While homeownership comes with a number of responsibilities, it also comes with opportunities too like creating your dream home, enjoying your personal lifestyle, and peace of mind. - Change in Relationships
Personal relationships often cause people to move. Whether you’re starting a new life as a couple or starting over after a divorce, these life events cause people to move. Another reason could be a death in the family causing you to move from a home holding too many memories. - Change in Employment
Job promotions and company relations may cause people to move from their current home. If a new job requires extensive commute times, many people find it easier to move closer to their new place of employment. - Change
Some people change … for the sake of change. Moving to a new town or state gives people the chance to add excitement to their lives. They have the opportunity to make new friends, experience new things, and explore new career paths. - Financial Reasons
Cost of living varies from one place to another. When a family faces a financial crisis, the logical thing to do is move to a convenient but less expensive location. At times, the move to a more affordable house or location is just a measure to cut down on spending and save more. - Better Home
As income increases so does the tendency to want better things. A better home falls into this category. After years of hard work and wise spending, upgrading to a better, newer home is often the ultimate reward for many people. - Schools
Good school districts should be a top priority for people with and without children. Homes located in a good school district provide families with children the best chance at a top education. And for people without children, buying a house in a good school district helps optimize the home’s future resale value.
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