From Low to High — Finding a Fresh Start in a New City

When you’re bouncing back from a low point, all you want is a fresh start. Moving to a new place gives you that opportunity. When you choose the right city and home, strategically find movers, meet new people, and even start your own business, you’ll start to feel more secure. Here are some tips for getting started.

1. Choose a new location.

First, check in with yourself. Identify what’s important to you about where you live. Do you want an urban setting or rural? Is there family nearby? Was there any place you fell in love with while on vacation, be it the atmosphere or the entire city as a whole? Of course, it’s important to look at the logical factors, but checking in with yourself is a must.

After your self-check-in, it’s time to look at the more practical aspects. Is there a thriving job market? What does the housing market look like? Are you better off renting or buying? There are many online resources that can help you decide, as illustrated in this list by MakeUseOf.

2. Choose a new home and decorate it.

Picking out a new house is equally, if not more, important than choosing your new city. Try to choose something totally different than what you left behind. Remember that remodeling is a possibility, so keep this in mind as you house hunt. Keep an eye out for things like the number of outlets, phone jacks, and cable jacks, which could be especially important if you start your own business.

Once you’ve found the right home, you’ll want to create a relaxing atmosphere. Choose soft tones when it comes to painting; nothing too bright. Overly vivid colors can be too stimulating, detracting from your peaceful surroundings. Set up a meditation space, whether it’s a devoted room, closet, or corner of the house. This practice can help ground you, so arranging a space for it can encourage you to keep up with your daily meditations.

3. Tips for moving.

Pain Doctor notes that moving is one of the most stressful life events. No matter what stage you’re at, it feels like things are happening at light speed. Chip away at it. Pack up room-by-room and take a break if you feel overwhelmed. Pause every once in a while for some deep breathing, and validate your stress by acknowledging what a hassle the process is.

Finding movers is another stressful task and it’s crucial to find the best. Do your research for moving services in your area and pay attention to how they’re rated on Google. Even better, read reviews online to see how others fared in the moving process with each company. Don’t just look at the costs, but note how customers felt their overall experience was. Remember that you should always require a written estimate after an in-home inspection. Never accept a quote over the phone.

4. Start fresh with your own business.

It’s great to be your own boss. Take one of your passions and find a way to monetize it — if you’re a pro at making homemade cleaning products, make extra and sell them, for instance. You can sell your product or service out of your house as you’re getting started (check local laws on small businesses). It’s a great way to help you establish yourself in your new environment.

A thorough business plan is one of the most important steps in starting your own company and can greatly improve your chances of success. It should describe your business, needed funding and financial projections, business structure, and how you’ll sell your goods or services. Not sure where to start? Check out this resource from ZenBusiness on how to start a business guide.

You’re brave for diving into a new city for a fresh start. Adjusting may take time, but the good news is that you’ve left your downfall miles away. By choosing the right city and house, strategically choosing movers, and starting your own business, your new environment will feel like home in no time. Start by connecting with Mission To Close Real Estate to find your new home today.

by Stephanie Haywood of mylifeboost.com