Anyone who buys a new house most likely has similar goals: you want to build a home that your family can be comfy in and enjoy for many years to come. So what makes a happy home? A recent article on realtor.com shares some real tips on how to make a homey, joy filled home.
- It does not matter if you rent or buy. According to a study by the University of Pennsylvania, groups of renters and buyers have almost equal levels of emotional well-being. This balance most likely comes from homeowners sometimes stressing about maintenance while renters have more leisure time. Renters also have more flexibility and less commitment to their home.
- Long commutes will bum you out. The Office for National Statistics has data showing that any commute over fifteen minutes causes anxiety in any homeowner. If it is over an hour, your happiness will really plummet. So, a house close to your job really affects what makes a happy home.
- Pay off your mortgage ASAP. Of course paying off your home quickly is much easier said than done. However, make those payments a priority to get rid of the mortgage and you will find your home’s happiness increases greatly.
- Get to know your neighbors. Your neighborhood can become like an extended home, and that will make you and your family happier. Properties & Paradise has properties available in many neighborhoods around Miami. Check them out here. “I’d recommend that people make it part of their routine to cultivate a sense of neighborhood. This is missing nowadays, especially in large urban centers where people tend to isolate from one another,” says Grant Brenner, co-author of “Irrelationship: How We Use Dysfunctional Relationships to Hide From Intimacy.”
At Properties & Paradise, our main priority is making sure that our home buyers are happy. With these tips, along with the advice of our agents, we are confident you can build the happiest of homes in Miami!