Reasons Why People Move Homes

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In 2010, more than one in ten residents in America moved from one place to another. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 7 out of 10 people moved within the same county, while 2 out of 10 moved cross-country.

The reasons are many but the most common are:

• Better home. Survey shows that people move because they simply want a better place to live in. 

• Job relocation. Another reason why people move is when they accepted a new job and were transferred to a new office with the same employer.

• Establishing a household. After college, some students want to gain independence and transition from living with their parents to living alone or with a friend. Similarly, people move with their spouse to establish a household. 

Other reasons include:

• Downsizing the home. Most homeowners want to downsize their home when all the kids are gone.

• Divorce. Usually, divorced couple establish new life in separate households. 

• Retirement. A lot of people prefer to retire in another place where they can enjoy life without working or want to get closer with their grandchildren.

• Natural Disaster. Some people move permanently to another state after a hurricane or other natural calamities. 

• Health problem. For some reasons, people find it more convenient and opt to move closer to the hospital where they are being treated.

• Better community. Some people move to a different neighborhood due to existing conflict with neighbors, crime rate within the area, and other factors.

• Weather. Some people prefer places without snowy weather so they move to a more comfortable home.

• To find affordable home. With today's economy, a lot of homeowners are finding a cheaper housing.

You see, there are a lot of reasons why people move. Even the cost of living and the culture may affect a homeowner's decision.

If you are moving cross-country soon, get a free moving quote and hire a professional moving company.