Reasons Why You Should Not Move

Listen, we are a dynamic marketplace, so we benefit directly from your move. Still, we have a heart, so we want to offer some sound advice on when not to move. Often, people end up moving away only to regret it later. While no move will ever be all sunshine and roses, some moves just are definitely not meant to be. Here are a variety of reasons that aren’t compelling enough to pack up everything and start over in a completely different location.

On a Whim

Why not move? Millions of people move every year, so why shouldn’t you join in on the party? News flash: most people who move have a legitimate reason to do so, if they have any brains in their noggin. Moving is a stressful and expensive pain in the butt, which does not always work out in the long run, so moving just for the heck of it isn’t a wise idea.

For an Adventure

Moving to a new place when you are young and free of responsibilities can be okay if you plan for it not to be a temporary arrangement. The more we age, though, sometimes it is better just to go on a vacation, everyone once in a while, rather than picking up everything and starting life all over again. A swanky vacation costs a lot less than moving in the long run, and it is also a lot more relaxing.

To Run Away from a Problem

Wouldn’t it be nice if we could just relocate to solve life’s serious problems? Unfortunately, moving usually causes more problems than it solves. Not to mention that there is no problem you can run away from, and you will eventually face the same issues, perhaps just in a different form.

No Savings

Moving to a new city can be highly expensive. You’ll have to pay rent, purchase new furnishings, and register with the relevant agencies, among other things. These costs, which will essentially all need to be paid simultaneously, are by no means minimal.

To Find a Job

Unless you already have a job, do not count on moving somewhere and finding employment if at all possible. Websites, the news, and your cousin Joe may say the job market is great there, but that doesn’t guarantee you employment as soon as you move to the location. Not to mention, usually where the job market is excellent, the cost of living is not cheap, so your savings to get by until you get a job will quickly dry up.

You Went on Vacation There and LOVED IT!

Visiting somewhere and living somewhere are two completely different things. Falling in love with an area is fine, but you must conduct thorough research before deciding if it’s the right place for you. Not to mention, you should probably visit again with the intention of scouting out exactly what it would be like to live there. This means taking a good look around the area to help gauge different aspects of the place that will impact your quality of life.

You have no Friends Where you Currently Live

Unless demographics make it impossible for you to find any friends, this is not really a good reason to move. To make friends, you’ve to put yourself out there and try often. This will not change from area to area. Before hopping ship, make sure you put effort into making friends where you live already, because people are the same for the most part, no matter where you go.

The Cost of Living is SO much Less

Usually, when the cost of living is low, the jobs in that area tend to pay less. Make sure to do your math before committing to saving so much money in theory!

You Want an Old Home

I have one word for you: repairs. Old homes are, without a doubt, gorgeous, but they are always a work in progress that requires time and money to maintain. If you genuinely want to live in an older home, plan to allocate the necessary resources to keep it functioning properly.

You Want to be Near the Water

Everyone wants to be near the water because it is obviously gorgeous and fun. Living near water comes with its own set of problems, including car rust, natural disasters, flooded basements, and contaminated water. Research thoroughly all the problems associated with living near the water, then assess whether it is worth the risk to you or not. P.S. You could always move a driving distance away from the water to make day trips a possibility without having the same amount of risks and costs!

You are Sick of the Weather Here

The grass is always greener. In most places in the world, there are some variables in the weather. While it may seem like paradise during a certain time of the year, it may end up feeling like hell in a different season. Additionally, places that are sunny and pleasant all the time usually come at a pretty penny.

You are Sick of the Local Drama

There is drama everywhere. End of story. You can’t run away from it.