by twobusyboys » Fri May 29, 2015 1:56 pm
Hi Workerbee. We were in your exact position a year ago, and after lots of debate, decided to put the house on the market and make the move. We moved out of our beloved between the commons terrace in February and moved out to a village outside Guildford. Not sure what I was so worried about, its great!
We used Maranda and Jen at Property Potential Surrey, the company Muddle Moo suggested. I was far from convinced that using search agents would be worth the money, but I can honestly say I was v impressed, they really know the area and which bits are best for commuting, schools, community feel etc. They also get a look at lots of houses that aren't on the open market. I didn't appreciate how many of the houses out here are sold off market.
If you decide to do the legwork yourself, my advice would be to do your research on area very carefully. What may seem like an ok commute, can turn into a v long commute once you add on getting to and from the station, morning traffic, parking etc etc. Some villages and towns have also got much more of a 'younger' vibe than others.
Good luck!
Hi Workerbee. We were in your exact position a year ago, and after lots of debate, decided to put the house on the market and make the move. We moved out of our beloved between the commons terrace in February and moved out to a village outside Guildford. Not sure what I was so worried about, its great!
We used Maranda and Jen at Property Potential Surrey, the company Muddle Moo suggested. I was far from convinced that using search agents would be worth the money, but I can honestly say I was v impressed, they really know the area and which bits are best for commuting, schools, community feel etc. They also get a look at lots of houses that aren't on the open market. I didn't appreciate how many of the houses out here are sold off market.
If you decide to do the legwork yourself, my advice would be to do your research on area very carefully. What may seem like an ok commute, can turn into a v long commute once you add on getting to and from the station, morning traffic, parking etc etc. Some villages and towns have also got much more of a 'younger' vibe than others.
Good luck!