There are many benefits to downsizing to a smaller home. If you enjoy saving money, energy and resources, here are 7 reasons to start living a “minimalist life”.
1. Save money and space – reduce frivolous spending
There are so many benefits to downsizing into a smaller home that will you help you prioritise your life and only bring what is necessary in your home. Let’s face it, the more space you have, the more area you feel like you need to fill up with stuff. When downsizing, you only buy what you can afford, financially and spatially.
2. Living large leads to stress… make it small and simple
Living in a larger home often leads to greater stress and upkeep. From cleaning, maintenance, furnishing, and the cost to run all of these factors can lead to a home that is stressed out. Free up your time for leisure activities, spending time with your family, getting more rest, and maybe loving your home more than loathing it.
3. Save on your electricity…smaller home equals smaller bill
If you have ever lived in a large home you know one of the downsides are energy costs. From heating and cooling costs to water savings in your bathrooms and kitchens, it costs a lot to run a large home. Smaller homes will give you the added benefit of reducing you and your family’s carbon footprint meanwhile you will enjoy a lower energy bill in the warmer and cooler months.
4. Free up your lifestyle for travel, hobbies and friends
When you leave town, a large house requires a lot of work. From ensuring security systems, doors and windows are properly monitored to keeping your grounds neat, If you decide to downsize traveling can be less of hassle when you need to leave your home for extended amounts of time, especially if you downsize to an apartment or unit from a stand-alone house.
5. Open a new chapter
For many homeowners, downsizing their home can open a new chapter. Whether you are an empty nester who has older children who have moved out to those who have suffered from a death of a spouse or close roommate. Downsizing can represent a way to start a new life in a new home. Consider opting for a smaller home that could have less upkeep.
6. Concentrate on style and design
Some of the greatest homes are those that have style and creative uses of space and proportions. Beautiful design is about how to functionally use a space, while still being inspired to enjoy the room. Less is more and quality vs quantity resonate here.
7. Help stay out of debt with a pared down lifestyle
Everyone is different, but living in a smaller house can certainly help you from overspending for a large home. A minimalist home will help you keep on a budget because there isn’t enough space for too many new additions! There are many more benefits such as travel and reduced stress – we’d love to hear yours.
Care to Move’s Senior Move Managers see the benefits of decluttering and downsizing everyday. If you’re ready to make the move towards a minimalist lifestyle and make a stress free transition, contact Care to Move on 1300 242 622 or visit www.caretomove.com.au
