New Year, New Home: Why January is the Perfect Time to Make a Move

January is all about fresh starts. As the decorations come down and routines return, many people start thinking about what they want the year ahead to look like, and for some, that includes a change of home. After the festive season, it’s very common for homeowners and buyers to reassess whether their current property still works for them. 

Having family and friends over at Christmas, as wonderful as it is, can highlight some practical issues. Extra guests, temporary beds and overflowing cupboards often make people realise just how tight space has become.

For growing families, this can be the moment they decide it’s time for a bigger home. An extra bedroom, more living space or a better layout can make everyday life far more comfortable. What starts as a slightly chaotic festive period can quickly turn into a clear decision to start house-hunting in January.

On the flip side, Christmas can also bring a different kind of realisation. Parents of grown-up children may love having everyone back under one roof for the holidays, but once the house is quiet again, it can emphasise just how much space is no longer being used, or it may be a case that the kids have their own traditions and don’t head “home” for Christmas!  This can lead to homeowners downsizing to a more manageable home (and releasing money so the next Christmas they can go on a Caribbean cruise instead!) 

For conveyancing firms, January is often the point when these thoughts turn into action, with people ready to take the first steps towards buying or selling.

The New Year brings a sense of motivation. It’s a time when people want to get organised, tick things off the to-do list and finally act on plans they may have been putting off.

For homeowners who decide to sell, January feels like the right time to get things in order and start planning ahead and whatever the reason for moving, whether it’s upsizing, downsizing or simply starting a new chapter, January is a popular time to take that first step. 

Having an experienced conveyancer on hand from the outset can make the process far less daunting.  With our team of Conveyancers at Thomas Flavell & Sons, we can guide you through the process to make it as stress free as possible.

Please contact one of the team for a quote, or head to our website to obtain a quote online.