Bigger homes have been a huge (excuse the pun) trend over the past couple of decades, but does bigger mean better? Not at all. There are tons of benefits to living in a smaller space, so whether you're sitting on the fence when it comes to the decision to downsize or you're outright against it, here are five reasons why you should bite the bullet.
1. SAVE MONEY ON IMPULSIVE PURCHASES
Speaking from experience, at On The Move, we can guarantee you will be less likely to splash out on impulsive (and pointless) homeware purchases when you're living in a more compact space. We'll bet you've bought artwork, ornaments and pieces of furniture just to fill a space, right? Well, when you have a smaller home you can invest in the cream of the interior crop and call it a day. It's quality over quantity!
2. LIVE MORE STRESS-FREE
Think of the upkeep involved in maintaining your home. From cleaning to redecorating, it's a whole lot easier when there's less space. You'll find yourself wondering what to do with all your free time. Plus owning more stuff is said to increase stress because the more you own, the more you have to worry about in terms of theft and damage.
3. SAVE ON ENERGY BILLS
Bigger homes mean bigger budgets when it comes to energy bills. Larger homes require more power to remain at a comfortable temperature, and it's more likely with a bigger home you will use more lighting. Downsizing means you'll be doing your bit for the environment as well as benefiting your bank account.
4. ENJOY QUALITY TIME
You end up spending more quality time with those you live with when you're residing in a more compact abode. Partly because you'll have less space to retreat to and hide from them, so really, you won't have much choice. But also, because learning to live in a more compact space together is a great opportunity to bond and become closer.
5. YOU CAN TRAVEL MORE
Would you rather have a bigger home or a better-quality lifestyle? You'll have more money to travel and leaving your home is less of an issue when it's smaller – think of everything you need to consider when you jet off on holiday – security, maintenance, lighting… the list goes on. With a smaller home, however, you won't have to worry half as much.
ABOUT THE CONTRIBUTOR
On the Move is Australia's leading service connections specialist providing a one-stop service for electricity, gas, phone, internet, pay TV and insurance. Since 2004 On The Move has partnered with Real Estate agencies and other organisations to give their customers a convenient and seamless move-in, lights-on experience. https://www.onthemove.com.au/