How Back-to-School Season Can Influence Your Moving Plans
With children out of school and fun-filled holiday plans, it is often easiest to put your home moving plans on hold until the start of the new school year in September. This can mean a significant boost in activity in September, with new properties coming to the market and new buyers making offers, creating a busy autumn property market.
After a long, hot summer, life has finally returned to" normal". The kids have gone back to school, and you have slipped easily back into your routine. The summer holidays are either an extended break for you as you spend quality time as a family, or a fraught juggle between childcare as you navigate a busy work period with the children out of school for 6 weeks.
Either way, for most of us, plans to move house will be put on hold until September, when things return to normal.
Finding time to search for a new home or attend viewing appointments can be almost impossible when you have children to entertain. So, for most, it is best to wait until the school holidays are over before renewing the search for a property. This often means that the property market has a slight dip in the summer and then reignites for a busy autumn.
If you've put your plans on hold, it's the perfect time to start thinking about getting the ball rolling and taking advantage of the bustling market as we transition into autumn. Imagine the joy of celebrating Christmas in your new home!
So, what should you do?
- Register your search requirements - what are you looking for in a home? By registering your information with us, we can keep you informed of new properties as they come on to the market that might suit you. This way, you won't miss out on the perfect property.
- Arrange a valuation - The first step in selling your home is to get an idea of the potential selling price. A valuation appointment can show you where your home sits in the current market, the potential price it might achieve and also options for the strategy and marketing to get it sold. Innovative technologies and fantastic ideas are now being utilised by sellers, changing the game of property marketing and sales. These can potentially have a significant impact on your move, by increasing the visibility of your property and attracting more potential buyers.
- Figure out your finances - Moving house is expensive. But also filled with emotion. So, it is sensible to know your budget from the outset of your search so that you don't end up falling head over heels in love with a property that you then struggle to afford. By setting a budget, you can tailor your search to properties that you can afford, so you don't end up feeling disappointed or having to make compromises.
To make the most of the thriving autumn property market and kickstart your own house move, reach out to our team today. We're here to assist you in your search, valuation, and finances, providing the support and guidance you need to find your next home with confidence.