Tips for Relocating from Johannesburg to Cape Town
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Leaving the on-the-go lifestyle of Johannesburg for the diversity and easy-going life Cape Town has to offer? It's a big step, so here's our top tips to make the move easier:
How can you prepare?
There are an abundance of reasons to relocate to Cape Town - retirement by the seaside, the culture, top-class schools - so what can you do to prepare for a smooth move?
Be aware of the lifestyle change
What are your goals and aspirations? This will largely influence where your perfect home will be. If all you desire is to be in the middle of a thriving job market, where the average salary is about 18% higher than in Cape Town, then maybe Jo'burg is the place to be. In contrast, if experience is more important to you than income at this stage of your life, Cape Town has a wealth of opportunities to fulfil that desire.
Enjoy Cape Town's unique atmosphere that welcomes anyone and everyone. Its warm climate, cultural diversity, range of activities that embrace nature (from seaside strolls to frolicking in the forest), and many other appealing qualities, make Cape Town ideal for those looking for a place to retreat for retirement,or any kind of family looking for a forever home with some adventure.
Let go of your baggage
Relocating all the way from Johannesburg to Cape Town is no easy move, and the reality is, you are most likely going to have to let some things go. As much as we wish we could tap our heels 3 times and teleport all our possessions to another province, transporting the entire contents of your current home will prove to be challenging, and extremely costly.
If you can't afford to hire multiple moving vans, our advice is to sort through your possessions and take what is irreplaceable. Sell your furniture and donate any baggage that has just been a space-filler, so you can start afresh when you reach the other side of your journey.
Plan your expenses
Get ready for any necessary financial adjustments. Coming from Johannesburg, you might already be accustomed to a high cost-of-living. Cape Town is one of the 3 most expensive places to live in South Africa, so expect high costs and plan accordingly.
Moving is an expensive event, so try to reduce costs where it's possible. For example, save on any unnecessary home-sale costs by planning effectively before the time. On the other hand, you can also lose potential income by not investing enough money or time into your sale. Many property owners lose money on issues like selling at the wrong time, or skipping small beneficial renovations - all due to poor planning and research. Prepare properly and get the most out of your sale to put back into your relocation expenses.
Are you ready to make the move, but still need to sort out the logistics? We are here to help - reach out to us to get your home sold and find a new one to fit your property dreams!
Author: SApropety.com
