The data is showing that urban centers are losing a lot of traction and suburbs are growing, and many of the cities in the midwest are not drawing as many people as the warm states of the Sun Belt are drawing, including Texas, Florida, and California. From good amenities for families to great weather year-round, these spots are becoming great destinations for your next move and if you’re already planning a move to a Sunbelt state, you’re in good company!
When you’re looking at a big move across states that will land you in the Sun Belt, consider what that is going to look like before you find yourself during high summer, moving boxes and experiencing heat like you’ve never seen it before! Here are some ways to make your move smoother and get started on the right foot.
- Invest in movers or timesaving equipment
You’ll find that moving to a cool weather location during the fall or spring is a totally different prospect than a cross-state move that ends in a Sunbelt state in summer. In such a case, your moving checklist should really include as much help as your budget affords. Yes, if movers are in the budget, they’ll be taking on a lot of sweaty labor that won’t be your responsibility anymore, which is great. However, even just some strong prep like buying the heavy-duty carts and straps you need to really make moving heavy items possible will help so much when the day dawns sunnier and hotter than you expected.
- Crank the air conditioning for those first few days even if you usually don’t mind the heat
When you’re accustomed to a certain climate, quickly moving to a hot place can make you feel like you might never adjust, especially since the first few days in a new place are generally a flurry of activity and can make things feel even warmer and sweatier than they already are. Whether you have portable or window unit AC, central AC, or a lot of fans, make sure they are working full blast when you arrive. You’ll adjust and find your rhythm, but don’t be a hero about it – heat exhaustion is no fun and it’s far better to adjust over time than to get too warm those first few days as you tough it out.
- Find a new neighbor friend who also just moved to a Sunbelt State!
If you are worried about incorporating into your new city, you’re likely to be able to find another recent transplant – the Sunbelt is gaining popularity and many new people are putting down roots in these states. Make the time in your first few weeks to find others who are just pulling up the “house sold” signs from in front of their homes; making one new friend who is also in the market for a community can make the transition to living in the Sunbelt so much smoother. You’ll love the experience of trying new things with your new friends!
June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on how impactful owning a home can truly be. Do you have questions about home prices, mortgage rates, or inflation in today’s housing market? Are you wondering how it impacts you when you buy or sell? If you’re ready to start looking for homes in our local area, Century 21 Scott Myers is here to help!
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