🏡 Thinking About Upsizing? Here’s What to Know Before You Make the Move
Maybe the family’s growing. Maybe you just need a home office that isn’t also your dining table.
Or maybe, you’ve simply outgrown the place you’re in, and that’s okay.
Whatever your reason, upsizing can be exciting, but it’s worth going in with your eyes open.
Here’s what to think about before taking the plunge 👇
đź’· Check What You Can Really Afford
It’s not just about the bigger mortgage.
A larger home means higher running costs:
đź’ˇ More rooms to heat
🧾 Bigger council tax bill
🧹 More maintenance, because somehow gutters never clean themselves
Before you start browsing dream homes, chat to a mortgage advisor to get a clear picture of what you can borrow and what you can comfortably afford month to month.
🛠️ Don’t Forget the “Hidden” Costs
Upsizing often comes with sneaky extras:
đź’° Stamp Duty, especially if the new place is over certain thresholds
đźšš Moving costs, removal vans, packing, cleaning
🏡 Upgrades, curtains never fit and furniture always looks smaller in your current house than it will in your new one
Budget for at least 10 to 15 percent on top of your purchase price to cover all the surprises.
🌍 Think About the Long Term
It’s easy to fall for a bigger kitchen or that perfect garden, but upsizing should make life easier in the long run.
Ask yourself:
👶 Will the area still work as your family grows?
🚗 How’s the commute, or are you adding an hour to your day?
🏫 Are the schools, amenities and shops right for your lifestyle?
Bigger doesn’t always mean better, sometimes it just means further away from everything.
🏠Plan Your Move Smartly
If you’re selling and buying, timing is everything.
Getting your home valued early (yes, by us đź‘‹) helps you see what you can realistically afford next.
And if you’re not quite ready to sell yet, that’s okay too. We can help you map out your options, whether that’s renting your current home for a while or lining up your next move strategically.
đź’¬ Ready to Upsize with Confidence?
Upsizing isn’t just about square footage, it’s about finding the right next chapter.
Whether you’re just exploring your options or ready to view properties, we can help you plan your move sensibly and avoid the common pitfalls.
📞 Get in touch and register on the right, for a no pressure chat with our team and we’ll help you crunch the numbers and find a move that fits your life perfectly.