You may have signed the paperwork and secured your mortgage but knowing where to start when buying those first few purchases for your new home can prove to be tricky. Whatever your end goal, whether you plan to settle there or use it as an investment property to sell on, these pointers will help you decide on what to invest in first.
Prep in advance
Lucky enough to have time on your side? You can minimise the number of last-minute shopping trips by picking up a few items in advance. From cutlery to soft furnishings, gathering smaller items will mean you can transfer them straight into your new property to make the place instantly feel more homely.
This is also a more cost-effective option if you want to avoid having to splash out in bigger batches later down the line. By boxing up a few items beforehand, you can save yourself money and time.
Security
No one wants to be at risk of theft while settling into a new home. Simple habits like remembering to lock the doors and keeping valuables hidden will put you in a better position; however, many opt for a quality home security system.
Although this is a heftier investment, it will give you peace of mind. To make this purchase more accessible you could pay through instalments. Alternatively, you could use finance and simultaneously boost your credit score, assuming you’re able to manage the repayments.
White goods
White goods, otherwise known as domestic items like fridges, freezers and washing machines are essentials. It can be a struggle to maintain your usual household routine without them.
By ensuring these items are installed as soon as possible, you’ll be able to get your first food shop done and get your clothes washed straight away – both things that will help you to feel more settled in your new home.
Furnishings
There’s nothing more frustrating than waiting for large furnishings, such as a bed or sofa to arrive. Items like these can take months to turn up, so getting an order in sooner rather than later is crucial.
A bed is especially important to maintain a regular and healthy sleep cycle. Moving is stressful enough without having a poor sleeping pattern from an unsatisfactory, temporary bed arrangement.
Décor
Making your house a home is a big project and assembling pieces of décor in the lead up to moving will help you put your stamp on the place sooner rather than later. Deciding on themes for rooms will help you coordinate items that will bring the space to life.
Rugs, artwork and lighting will make a big difference when it comes to creating the right mood in your space. Alongside your personal touches such as photographs and other accessories, you’ll soon feel right at home after adding additional décor details.
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