Is it a good idea to relocate?

Whatever the reason for your move, we understand that relocating can be stressful, whether you have just secured your dream job in an entirely new part of the world or are moving to enhance your job prospects.

Is it a good idea to relocate?

Whatever the reason for your move, we understand that relocating can be stressful, whether you have just secured your dream job in an entirely new part of the world or are moving to enhance your job prospects. 

Moving is not easy, especially considering the life you’ve built in your current location. All the months(even potentially years) invested in an area, you might end up thinking that it’s a mistake moving and that you’re just rushing through an important decision.

We get it.

However, comfort should never turn into a bubble. Isolating yourself from exploring and meeting new faces can be detrimental to your overall growth as a human being. The world is a beautiful place, but what good is beauty if its not explored. In addition to changing addresses and jobs, relocating for work is extremely stressful since it usually involves switching both.

That said, there are many positives to moving. Moving can be a fantastic opportunity to learn a new language, meet new people and share experiences, and reinvent yourself. 

As the old saying goes, “all good things come to an end”.

But it is just only the beginning of your journey.

With that in mind, we have prepared a powerful checklist to help you stay on top of your big move, and perhaps take a little of the stress out of the move. 

Research the area you’re moving to

You can find as much information as you want via the internet. Moving can be an overwhelming experience and not everyone knows what their destinations holds for them. Ultimately it’s important to get yourself familiar with the new area, know how public transport work, how locals communicate and what are the fun stuff(places to be and sites to see).

Estimate your quality of life

Before accepting a job offer or selecting an urban area, make sure you know exactly how good your life will be. The cost of living will likely be higher in a major city, but your salary will probably be adjusted as well(know tax laws if you’re moving to a different country). While some cities provide abundant culture, green space, dining, and cafes, others may not. Think about how you will need to change your spending habits when you move.

Long term

In the short term, renting may be a better option than buying. You will be able to evaluate whether or not you like the area and if you fit into the culture of your new city before deciding to buy a property in that area.  Imagine paying a mortgage for a property and you end up hating the area or you don’t fit in, it causes frustration as you’ve invested so much time and money into it.

Consider Friends & Family

This is the hardest part about moving as you might be relocating to a new state, country or even on the other side the world. Considering the fact that all costs that go into travelling you’ll find that in a year it’s only possible to visit twice a year. However, in the age of globalization, keep in mind that most people can be reached with an internet connection by using services such as Skype or Facetime.

The School & Childcare Sector

As a parent, your first priority will be your children. Consider your new destination’s schools and childcare options before you depart.

Plan ahead

Start planning as far in advance as possible. Start by planning out how you will go about accomplishing your goal once you’ve made a decision. Keeping a checklist handy is a great way to stay organized. Check off everything as you go. Ticking things off gives you a feeling of accomplishment and also lowers your stress levels.

The possibilities

When you move, you have countless opportunities. With so much to do from meeting new people, to tasting new foods to exploring new places, there’s no way you’ll get bored! 

Conclusion

It’s best to plan out where everything should go before unpacking. When in doubt about an item, place it in a separate “decision” box until you’re sure it belongs in your new home. As time passes, evaluate whether or not the objects in the box should be given.

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