No, this isn’t one of those New Year posts filled with inspirational quotes; it’s a practical guide to help you achieve your New Year’s goal of moving home.
With the tools you will find in this guide, there is absolutely no reason why you can’t bring your dreams one step closer to reality.
So, if you’ve been considering a move but feel held back by uncertainty or fear, this guide will help you understand what’s stopping most people, how to overcome common barriers, and how a New Year home move can help you achieve other lifestyle goals like improving health, reducing stress, or changing your overall outlook on life.
Common Reasons People Avoid Moving Home and the Solutions
1. “It’s too stressful and time-consuming.”
Moving can be stressful, but much of the pressure comes from poor planning or trying to handle everything alone.
Solutions:
- Create a week-by-week moving checklist so tasks feel manageable.
- Declutter before packing — the fewer items, the easier the move.
- Hire professional movers for the heavy lifting and logistics.
- Use digital tools (inventory apps, moving planners) to stay organized.
You may also like to visit our home moving blog, which is packed with guides to make every aspect of your home move easier, safer, and more affordable.
2. “It’s too expensive.”
Costs can add up, but careful budgeting and choosing the right services can significantly reduce your moving costs.
Solutions:
- Move mid-week or mid-month, when prices are often lower.
- Compare quotes from several moving companies.
- Sell unwanted items to offset moving costs.
- Reuse boxes or get free packing materials from local shops.
You may also like to read: How to Cut Moving Costs. In this guide, we suggest 15 ways in which you can save money on your relocation costs.
3. “I don’t want the disruption.”
Most people want and need routine, but sometimes routine becomes a rut.
Solutions:
- Plan your move during naturally quieter periods (post-holiday or school break).
- Hire professional packers
- Set up essentials first so your new home feels functional immediately.
- Prepare a “first-night box” with items you need right away (toiletries, bedding, chargers, basic kitchenware).
You may also like to read: Are Packing Services Worth the Cost? One of the most disruptive aspects of moving home is the packing. Professional packers, however, can pack your entire home in a day or two. It will probably be the best money you spend during your relocation.
4. “I’m emotionally attached to my current home.”
It’s normal to feel a connection to a place, especially if it’s full of memories.
Solutions:
- Photograph meaningful spaces before leaving.
- Take sentimental items that bring comfort.
- Reframe the move as a step toward growth; you’re not abandoning memories, you’re taking them with you.
You may also like to read: Memorable Ways to Say Goodbye to a Home You Love. In this guide, we suggest 8 ways to honor the memory of your home to enable you to look forward to the next chapter in your life.
5. “I want to move, my partner doesn’t.”
This is far more common than you might imagine.
Solutions:
- Open and honest discussions
- Be empathetic
- List the pros and cons
- Reach a compromise
You may also like to read: I Want to Move, My Partner Says No. In this guide, we suggest practical ways to approach this problem and how to come to a solution that keeps both of you happy.
6. “Is Moving Home the right thing to do?”
Often known as the fear of moving, when you question yourself about every aspect of making the move, when you fear failure or making a mistake. Again, this is a perfectly natural reaction that many people face.
Solutions:
- Focus on all the great reasons for moving
- List all the reasons why staying is a bad idea
- Get to know your new city or neighborhood
- Give yourself time to adjust
You may also like to read: The Fear of Moving Home. In this guide, we look at the most common home morning fears and offer solutions for overcoming them.
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