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Depending on circumstances, people downsize homes for a numerous of reasons from retirement to trying curb monthly spending habits. A smaller house can help create a cozier atmosphere with less stress and worries. Here are five signs to help identify if downsizing is the right choice.

Lower Monthly Bills

Have a desire to lower monthly bills and free up some extra funds? A tight monthly budget may be one of the most desirable reasons to downsize.  A smaller house can help reduce the amount which is paid out of the budget; leaving extra money for other interests.

• Heating and cooling costs could decrease.  Empty rooms in a larger house cost more to heat or cool. Reducing the overall energy usage will also help the environment.
• A smaller house has less square footage which can lead to lower property taxes.
• House insurance may also be reduced.
• Smaller mortgage payments.

Lower Debt Ratio

Have a desire to lower the debt ratio owed in the home? Smaller houses usually cost less to purchase which will reduce the amount of the overall mortgage.  Many people will pay off a smaller mortgage more quickly resulting in a debt free home.  Living in a debt free home is great during times of retirement when monthly incomes may be reduced.  Planning ahead for retirement age can ease stress of large payments on a reduced fixed income.

Time

Have a strong desire to spend time pursuing other interests? Larger houses take a lot of effort to maintain and clean.  Cleaning a smaller house is easier with less floor space to mop or vacuum, one bathroom to clean and less clutter to dust.  No one likes to spend an entire day cleaning a large house. Downsizing to a smaller home requires organization of personal items.

Less cleaning will result in more time to pursue other interests.  Families can spend more quality time together in a relaxing cozy atmosphere without being burdened by the number of chores that need to be completed.  Or the extra time can be used to work on community projects, volunteering; the list is endless depending on interests. 

Less Stuff

Have a desire to reduce material possessions and live a minimalist’s life style? Moving to a smaller house means reducing clutter. Other the years, a homeowner may collect items which are no longer needed.  Keeping the essentials will allow homeowners to concentrate on what is important for keeping the house in a well maintained organized state.

• Less clutter will result in a cleaner appearance.
• Less clutter will give the home a more organized appearance. Being organized will help in finding possessions quickly.
• Reduced space will curb impulse buying.  If there is no room to place extra items, homeowners will pass on purchasing unneeded items especially large bulkier objects.

Environmental Impact

Have a desire to do a small part for the environment? Smaller houses are environmental friendly; fewer resources are needed to build and maintain the structure.  Everyone likes to do their part for the environment. Using fewer resources will help achieve this goal.

The decision to downsize to a smaller home has to be a personal one.  Each person needs to evaluate the pros and cons before making the steps to move into a smaller house. Many people believe downsizing was the best choice to make. 

A smaller house can be more efficient and easily maintained. Families spend more time together in a cozier indoor atmosphere or spending more time outdoors in the wide open spaces. Retirees find a smaller house to be a perfect choice after children leave home.  The reasons are endless.

So, if you are planning on downsizing your home, please give us a call. We can pack, move and unpack your belongings.  Plan on giving away excess items to friends or relatives who live out of town?  We can move small amounts for furniture across country. Think pack and ship moving.  For small items, we can pack and ship them for you.  Since package shipping charges are based on dimensional weight, let ups pick up and pack your boxes for you. Shipping your unwanted items out of the country? Our international shipping expertise lets us ship boxes, pallets and containers for our customers.