We make no secret of our love of motherhood here at The Bragging Mommy, but we’d be lying if we said it was always easy. Being a mother is one of the greatest challenges you could ever face, and we’re always learning to do better. While the first steps start during pregnancy, not long after this you need to worry about the environment. That’s what we’re looking at here today, as we explore what you need in a new home for the happiness and security of you and your growing child.
Finding a home can be a stressful pursuit, which is why it’s best tackled as early as possible. The right approach here is to begin as soon as you know you need to move, without delays or procrastination. Finding the right area can take weeks or months, and the best opportunities can often be snapped up quickly, so you need to be diligent.
Secure Funding First
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The first step on your purchasing journey is to know how much you have to work with. This can come via a loan, or if you already own a home, by selling what you already have. I’ve had to deal with this personally, where modern online systems to sell my house helped provide some options to generate a quick and effective sale. With free cash offers and the ability to sell in your own timeframe, the flexibility of systems like this shouldn’t be overlooked. No hidden fees are also nice, so I knew my exact bankroll before looking at the next steps.
Schools, Infrastructure, and Transportation
Cheap homes in nice areas are naturally eye-catching, but we also need to factor in the long-term costs that living in an area will imply. What kind of public transportation can you rely on, how far away are the schools or your work, and what local infrastructure can help you buy food or support yourself? Both financially and in terms of time spent, you’ll need to consider the long-term opportunity costs of each area to be confident in your finances.
Opportunities for Your Family
Aside from work, school, and transportation, you’ll also need to evaluate the effect that an environment could have on the well-being of you and your family. This starts with the people in an area, and what kind of environment they experience and foster. While you can ask your neighbors about this directly, you can also look online at local Facebook pages, where residents will relay their concerns and attitudes towards their environment.
The availability of nature can also play an important part. Being in nature can seriously benefit our mental health, which is helpful for both mother and child. How close are parks, how easy is it to escape to country life, and what green opportunities around you can you access? Again, all of these elements need to be measured and balanced.
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Regardless of your situation and realities, the best approach remains to be as proactive as possible. Moving is never as simple as it might seem, but by getting ahead of the challenge you can reduce the difficulty. Ask your friends and family with children how they managed, learn from their victories and mistakes, and you’ll be more successful for the effort.
