If you are torn about whether to renovate or move to another place we are here to help you. We won’t make a decision for you, though. You are the one who will know what is best. But, when you are on a tight budget you need to think ahead and plan everything. That’s why pros and cons lists are the best. They will be your best ally so take out a paper, find a pen, and let’s start.

Working on a tight budget

Look around the house. What feels best for you – to renovate or to move? The answer that pops up first is most likely the right one. Now, let’s talk about the budget. If you are buying a new place you need to pay it right away or get a loan from the bank. If you are renovating there are two options. To renovate everything and get that modern design you want at once and be done with it or to do renovations room by room. The second option can be much easier on you financially. Put that on your list and see which one works best for you.

Do you want to move?

If you are sick and tired of your old place and neighborhood, then it can be smart to move. You can get a much more affordable place if you move to some up-and-coming neighborhood or to a more rural area. In that case, relocation can be cheaper – check out the prices on Zillow. But if you like your home and don’t like the state it is in, there are ways to renovate it cheaply.

Relocations are costly

There are things you need to know about buying a new place. Even if you get it for a good price you will still have taxes, and fees, and of course relocation can add up to be quite a lot so that is something you also need to consider and put on your list.

Renovating your home

As we already mentioned when you have a tight budget it might be best to do it buy room. Put everything you want to be done on a list like to make the home more energy efficient for example and see which is urgent and what can wait a few months until you are able to save up some money. Also, see what you can do on your own. That can save you a lot of money and things like painting walls and such are so easy almost anyone can do that. Maybe you can ask your friends and family members to help you out.

To renovate or move – the last thing you need to consider

Consider the neighborhood you are in. Are the prices in the neighborhood growing? Maybe it will be worth your while to renovate and sell later when prices are much higher? This is something to think about and to put on your pros and cons list.