One Penny At A Time: How To Afford A Move To The Countryside

Moving to the countryside carries several health benefits, including less stress and higher quality food. With the cost of living being what it is and the many potential benefits you stand to gain, it would not be surprising if you’ve considered moving into the countryside.

Now the question will be: how can you afford the move? Thankfully, there are several simple ways to do so.

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Compare Locations

The first step in starting your moving fund is to know what your goal is. A good way to determine what that would be is by comparing different locations across your country of residence, as they may have different asking prices.

For example, in the UK, Inverness has an average asking price of £201,654, while Shetland has £184,432, according to Rightmove. Another tip is to look at other countryside locations in other countries like the US: Texas Hill Country land, for example, is available in abundance, and often marked at affordable prices. Having a clear goal will give you an idea of how much you’ll need to set aside to afford it.

Consider Being A Property Guardian

Moving to the countryside can be quite an adjustment, and can catch you unaware. A good way to test out your dream and save is by becoming a property guardian.

The UK is well-known for its many countryside property listings that include stately manors, and even castles.

As a property guardian, rent can either be extremely low or non-existent. You can try out living in the countryside without having to pay massive mortgages, and with the affordable rent, you’ll have a better opportunity to save up so you can purchase a more permanent home in the countryside that you’ve acclimatised to. 

Declutter Months Ahead

One of the things that can make moving to the country a bit costly is the freight expense when you’re moving your things. A good way to avoid this cost is by decluttering and selling things that you no longer need.

If you have a lot of heavy electronics, you can consider reselling them at a lowered price, or selling them for scrap. Having fewer things reduces moving costs, and gives you extra to go towards your moving fund.

Seeking a brand new start in the wide-open space of the countryside doesn’t have to be a daunting or an uphill slog. Much like all things, affording the move to the country requires careful planning and willpower.

It helps to seek out other tips to help you save up and apply them accordingly so you can fulfil your dream of moving to the countryside.