Whether you’re just beginning the house-hunting process, you just put an offer in, or you’re moving in soon, there are some things first-time homeowners should know. Moving into a home is a milestone in everyone’s life, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Homeownership is a journey and takes a lot of time; you just have to roll with it. That said, most people don’t like surprises, so make sure you learn what to expect when moving for the first time to avoid major curveballs.
There Are a Lot More Costs Involved Than You Realize
You don’t need us to tell you to have your finances in order. A vital part of the home buying process is the loan pre-approval process, unless you’re lucky enough to have the funds upfront; however, most people aren’t in that place financially. You should know, however, that just because you were pre-approved for X amount doesn’t mean you should look for homes for that amount. A lot of first-time house hunters don’t realize that buying a home has a lot of other costs involved. Some of the additional costs include closing costs, attorney fees, and moving expenses—not including your utilities and regular living expenses. In other words, don’t let the mortgage break you; you still need to survive.
You’re Not Going To Know Everything
Regardless of your age, you probably don’t know everything and you need to accept that reality. Like we said earlier, house-hunting and homeownership is a journey. You will make mistakes, but what’s most important is that you learn from your mistakes. Moreover, if you’re moving out and living on your own for the first time, you’ll also need to learn how to maintain a home. DIY projects can be a lot of fun if you can get past the fact that you have no idea what you’re doing.
Moving Is Stressful—But It Doesn’t Have To Be
While moving is exciting, it’s also one of the most stressful things you’ll do in your life—luckily, it doesn’t have to be so stressful. There are several strategies that will make moving less stressful, but the bottom line is that you need to plan. Don’t procrastinate on packing, have a list (there are several online that you can follow), and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Moving can quickly become overwhelming, and it’s okay to ask your friends and family for help.
Now that you know what to expect when moving for the first time you can plan accordingly and prevent any major headaches. You’re preparing to write the next chapter in your story, so have fun during the process.
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Susie Young Baxter, CEO, has published PanoramaNOW Magazine for 31 years. Her hobbies are Camping, Boating, Hiking, Nature, Gardening and Outdoor Activities. She is an Artist, Graphic Designer, an Avid Seamstress, Dabbles in Homemade Crafts and Landscaping. Since her Father was a Health Teacher, she also likes homeopathic Health Solutions. Since blogging started over 10 years ago, PanoramaNow has been added to Newsbreak – a national news affiliate.
