- Mar. 21
- Richard Parker
How to Find the Type of Home That Suits You
When it comes to moving out of your old home and diving into a whole new place, there are tonnes of different things you have to think about. You’re a responsible grown-up, after all. You have to worry about how you’ll get to work, how kids will get to school, is it a safe area, and a bunch of other things. A huge though that you need to fundamentally ponder, however, is what exactly are you going to be moving into. The real estate world obviously isn’t going anywhere, so they will be lots of homes for sale for a long time coming. There are a bunch of different types around that suit different people, and it’s up to you to decide what’s best for you in your situation. If you’re not too sure what’s out there, let’s take a little look.
Detached House
If you are looking to get yourself a mortgage and move into an isolated home like a detached house, then you’ll have the benefit of living in your own building with complete privacy – you do not have to worry about the people on the other side of the wall! It’s a stand-alone building with nobody else in the immediate vicinity. You’ll have a lot of space around your home if you’re a stickler for that kind of thing!
Semi-Detached House
The semi-detached home is pretty similar to the detached. The one big difference is that it’s not a stand-alone place. As the name suggests, it’s attached to its neighbor. You may have a problem if you’re worried about noise from neighbors or if you’re insecure about your own private business, but it’s not a huge problem. If you’re a sociable person, you might enjoy the neighbours’ company. Semi-detached houses tend to be cheaper than its counterpart.
Terraced House
A terraced house has its similarities to the semi-detached home as it’s basically a line of homes attached to each other down a long line. The most significant benefit of this style is that they tend to be a cheap type of home – so if you’re not the wealthiest individual or family in the world, it’s a good option to have.
Apartment
If you’re looking for a slightly smaller place for yourself or your family, then you could do a lot worse than scouting the internet or the newspaper and looking at apartments. If you’re not in the situation where you can commit fully, then monthly rent payments in a smart little flat could work for you.
Bungalow
Living in a bungalow is a nice option for a couple and young families. It’s not the most expensive thing in the world, it’s safe for kids, and it’s easier to clean and maintain.
Something Unorthodox
Like we talked about before: there are loads of different types of places you can live. Your dream home might be something wholly wild and unexpected. You might want to live on a boat, or in a lighthouse! The possibilities are seemingly endless.