From time to time, people require temporary housing.
This can happen between the sale of the property and the acquisition of a new house. In other cases, a person may be starting a new job in a new city and in no hurry to get permanent housing until there is time to study the local real estate market in more detail. Whatever the circumstances, the need for temporary housing is not unusual. Here are some tips on how to find a living space that will adequately bridge from one house to the next.
essential features
When looking for a living space for short-term use, it’s important to determine what are absolutely essentials and what could be considered extras. For example, if your cooking needs are simple, then accommodations with a kitchenette may be acceptable. If peace and quiet are essential, finding a separate rental structure may be a more ideal selection than an attached living space. If you hate yard work, then large gardens will be a disadvantage rather than an advantage. Although the space is only temporary, there is nothing wrong with deciding what you absolutely must have to feel comfortable during your stay.
When it comes to your wish list, it is possible to be more flexible. Chances are you won’t find any temporary living space that has everything you want. Fortunately, since space is only temporary, there is the knowledge that you don’t have to do without a particular desire for more than a predetermined amount of time. At the same time, there is nothing wrong with getting temporary accommodation that incorporates as many of your wishes as possible.
Keep the cost down
Cost is also an important factor to consider when it comes to securing temporary housing. Furnished spaces tend to be a bit more expensive than unfurnished ones; However, renting a furnished property and storing your items will be more cost-effective and feasible, since most real estate agents do not rent properties for less than 3 months.
extensions
Consider whether you can extend your temporary housing in case something goes wrong. If you only book accommodation for a while and the new house is delayed, you will find that moving again can be very expensive and disruptive. A piece of advice is to make sure you have the first option to extend or availability in the future; however some property managers may require advance notice and provide no options during busy periods and only options for extended stays.
