Moving to a bigger home? Here’s how to do it with clarity, confidence, and maximum impact.
Upsizing your home is about more than just adding bedrooms or square metres it’s about upgrading your lifestyle. But to make your next move a smart one, it pays to have a clear plan.
Here are six practical actions to take before, during, and after your move to ensure your upsize is smooth and successful.
1. Clarify your goals and must-haves
Start with a wishlist grounded in your current and future needs. Ask yourself:
This helps keep your search focused and stops you from being swayed by features that don’t truly serve your goals.
2. Get your finances in order early
Speak with a broker or lender to understand your:
This clarity will shape what’s achievable and whether you should sell first or buy first.
3. Decide if you’re selling or buying first
Each strategy has pros and cons:
Sell first:
Buy first:
Your Highland agent can guide you based on market timing and your unique circumstances.
4. Prepare your current home for sale
Presentation matters. Before listing:
A well-presented home sells faster—and for more.
5. Consider timing and lifestyle transitions
Think about how the move will impact your family, work, schooling, and routine. If you’re upsizing with children or changing suburbs:
6. Work with a team who understands the journey
Upsizing is a big step. Partner with experts who take time to understand your needs and guide you from appraisal to acquisition, sale to settlement and beyond.
Your lifestyle is evolving. Let’s find a home to match.
Whether you’re seeking more space, smarter design, or a fresh start in a new neighbourhood, Highland helps you upsize without the overwhelm just great results.
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