Tips for moving in a competitive market

It’s no secret that the housing market in the UK is currently highly competitive, driven by soaring demand coupled with a lack of supply. However, all is not lost, because there are still plenty of opportunities to either get on the housing ladder or move to a new abode – you just need to make sure you are prepared for the buying process in a competitive market.

Here at Removals Unlimited, we’ve helped dozens of people move home over the past year and we’ve seen just how quickly things can move, which is why it can pay to have a removals company in Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch or Ringwood lined up and ready to book for when you make a purchase.

As an article for the Mirror recently noted, one of the best ways to get ahead as a buyer in a highly competitive housing market is to make sure that you are able to move forward with a purchase quickly once you find your dream home.

The newspaper highlighted the importance of having a mortgage arranged and a conveyancer ready to go, but we think it’s also sensible to get free, no-obligation quotes for your move so that you can hire a company like Removals Unlimited quickly if you need to.

Our friendly team is always happy to provide a free, no-obligation quote for our services, which includes undertaking a full house survey to ensure that the price we give you for your move will accurately reflect your needs.

Alternatively, you can fill in the form on our website for a quick quote to give you an idea of how much you’ll need to set aside for the practicalities of the move itself.

We understand that things can change quickly when it comes to buying or selling a property, and we will do all we can to support you if you keep us in the loop as the date of your completion (and therefore your move) approaches.

House prices in the UK have continued to rise since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, with the latest figures from HM Land Registry revealing that average property prices in England hit £299,249 in March 2022, an increase of 11.9% within a 12-month period.

This means that, for those looking to get on the property ladder for the first time, it can be even more challenging to find a suitable home. However, another tip from the Mirror is to look for areas that are undergoing, or will be included in, a regeneration project.

If you’re looking for a new home in the Bournemouth or Poole area, that means you might want to explore what properties are available in areas like Boscombe, which is set to undergo a significant amount of regeneration work over the coming years.

Should the thought of packing all your belongings, as well as dealing with the property purchase and/or sale feel like a bit much, don’t worry as we offer a full packing service. This means you can allow our team of expert movers and packers to not only do all the heavy lifting, but safely and securely pack your belongings ready for your move.