As more people transition to remote work, they gain more freedoms than ever before. If you work at home, you know that working in pajamas, eating in, spending time with family and pets, and a mid-day shower are among these freedoms. However, there is one that might not be apparent, but it ensures a significant increase in quality of life, and it might be the right decision for you.
If you recently started working from home, have you considered whether you enjoy or can afford to live in your current location? Remote workers can now consider other affordable location options since they do not have to base their location around a workplace address. This newfound freedom is a huge advantage, so consider why relocating may be a great next step for you.
Why relocating may be beneficial for you
In today’s day and age, remote work is a popular and preferred mode of work. Some employees have been lucky enough to transition from an in-person office to remote working. If you suddenly find yourself without a commute keeping you rooted to a 30-mile radius, now is the time to dream big... or at least within your budget! After all, if you can work from anywhere, why not consider your options?
Stay local… enough!
Maybe you love the state you live in, but a nearby town would have been your first choice had you been given the option. Or perhaps your work has a hybrid system, where you spend some days working remotely and others in the office.
If a small move would increase your quality of life substantially, look into neighborhoods and towns surrounding your current home! If a ten-minute commute turns into an hour, it won’t matter so long as you work at home. (Or you’ll only have to make that drive every now and then as a hybrid worker!) Just be sure to use our key tips for choosing a safe neighborhood for your next home.
Make a huge change
Be honest: if you didn’t feel tied down to your job, would you consider relocating? Maybe your current city isn’t affordable, or maybe it’s not as desirable of a location… or maybe you dream of living somewhere across the country!
With the freedom to move, what’s stopping you? If you want to speak with a real estate professional to better understand your budget, housing markets in your desired living location, and how to cut costs when moving, one of our trusted agents is available to you.
Consider your financial reality and choose what you can afford
Throughout this process, make sure you remain honest with yourself. Your financial reality determines what you can afford, and you don’t want to be struggling to pay for housing while simultaneously trying to balance countless other living expenses. While it may seem that places with cheap houses aren’t desirable, there are exceptions to every rule!
Digging yourself into a hole will prevent you from enjoying the freedoms of remote work. Paying less for a smaller or older home in an amazing location is better than failing to make ends meet every month in a big house with all the latest updates and gadgets. If you could use some advice regarding your upcoming move, our experienced agents at Pan Florida Realty are more than happy to assist you.
