Why Sydneysiders move:
- 36 per cent — change of lifestyle and freedom to pursue a dream, slower pace of life, more leisure time and flexibility
- 24 per cent — less stress, improve relationships (more time with family and to raise children), self esteem and personal satisfaction
- 7 per cent — make a new start, move away from family and friends
- 6 per cent — less financial stress, lower cost of living, lower mortgage
This news could be a boost for self storage and a boost in packaging material sales as people relocate they may have a need for moving boxes, storage, removalists and professional advice about moving.
Domain has this advice for people moving
How to make your move work
- Decide what your skills are
- Explore what you want to do in your next stage of life — continue in the career you are in or seek a change?
- Look at your CV and make sure it’s up to date
- Find a town or city that has opportunities for work or business ownership
- Visit in different seasons and spend some long weekends and holidays deciding if the town is for you
- Ask locals what they like and dislike about the town
- Research schools and services
- Once you arrive, get involved in the community
