Money Box Money Box Live: Move or Improve?
Jun 3, 2025
Join Harvey Fremlin, Managing Director at The National Self Build & Renovation Centre, and Beth Rudolf from the Conveyancing Association as they dissect the dilemma of moving versus renovating your home. They delve into the soaring costs of moving, explore motivations for staying put, and tackle the emotional pitfalls of family home exchanges. With real-life renovation horror stories, they provide essential advice on budget management, contractor reliability, and the dangers of improper spray foam insulation. A must-listen for any homeowner!
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Why Moving Is Stressful
- Most people move due to necessity, not for fun, which adds stress to the process.
- Moving involves significant costs and delays that need to be carefully considered alongside improving your current home.
Motivations for Renovations
- Home renovations mainly aim to boost energy efficiency, increase space, or achieve higher quality than mass-market homes.
- These motivations reflect rising energy costs and lifestyle changes such as remote work and entertaining at home.
Family House Swap Challenge
- Abby and her husband want to swap their large, repair-needing house with their son's newly renovated home.
- They worry about the expense, trusting builders, health issues, and legal complexities involved in a direct property swap.