There are many reasons why people choose or need to move home. According to government statistics, the top three reasons why people move are to buy their first home, buy a larger home or move to a better neighbourhood.

If you’re thinking of moving for one of these reasons or for a completely different one, what could be better than moving before Christmas and being ready to celebrate and decorate your new home for the festive season?

However, the whole process of buying and moving into a new home takes time. There are several steps to complete before you can get hold of those keys, so you need to start the process as soon as possible.

In this article, we talk about the average timeline for moving homes in the UK and the strategies you can use to speed up the process so you can move just in time for the Christmas festivities.

Average time of moving home in the UK

The typical timeline for moving homes in the UK is 6 months. This includes viewings, making offers, property surveys and completing the legal process, more commonly known as ‘conveyancing’. Within this timeline, you’ll have to go through specific steps to complete the transaction:

Tips to shorten your move in time for Christmas

Here are tips you can use to speed up moving in before the festivities start.

Start your search early

Look for properties as early as you can. Browse through listings and ask around. It helps to make a list of what you want in your new home: How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you want? What type of living room, dining room and kitchen are you looking for? How big of a living space do you need? If there are specific features you want to have like a fireplace, balcony or bathtub – these should be listed, and you can usually filter online searches by some of these specific requirements.

This will allow you to narrow your choices so you can focus only on the properties that fit your needs.

Get your finances in order

If you can, get pre-approved for a mortgage. Find out what financial statements and documents are needed to help you get funding approval. Gather as much as you can to eliminate or minimise the need to go back and forth with the mortgage broker or lender. An independent financial advisor can help you with this so start to find one that you are appropriately qualified and who you trust, as soon as possible.

You should also check your credit record to ensure they won’t keep you from getting a mortgage. If you need a mortgage, having this pre-approved will increase your appeal as a buyer.

Work with the right professionals

Choose experienced professionals to work with. You want to look for trustworthy companies with a track record for delivering results. Among the property professionals you’ll work with are mortgage brokers, estate agents, conveyancers and property surveyors. Conduct proper due diligence before you choose by ensuring they are appropriately regulated and accessible. By working with the right professionals, you can benefit from their expertise, network connections and proven systems to expedite the move-in process for you.

Complete the conveyancing process

The conveyancing process is the most time-consuming part of buying a property. The process deals with legal checks, searches, enquiries and legal documentation. Oversights and errors can cause delays and maybe even costly mistakes. Look for a conveyancer known for their fast and efficient processes – a company with a record for delivering the best conveyancing process.

Can you move home in 5 weeks?

Yes, this is possible for freehold properties. But this requires a streamlined approach and a partnership with the right professionals. You need to optimise each step and work with efficient professionals so you can expedite the moving process.

At Muve, we offer MuveFast as a service that can complete the conveyancing process in 5 weeks. For Leasehold properties, it usually takes about 7 weeks with MuveFast. Each case is assigned a dedicated senior conveyancer and account manager and is backed by innovative technology to help progress the transaction smoothly and efficiently.

Move before Christmas through Muve’s FestiveFast

Our commitment to speed up the conveyancing process led to the creation of the FestiveFast Conveyancing service. It’s a limited-time offer for those who want to move in before Christmas.

With FestiveFast, you get a smooth and expedited conveyancing process. You get expert legal assistance from a senior lawyer. You’ll also get a dedicated account manager to give proactive updates and case progressions. This is a transaction that’ll lead to a seamless move with minimal risks.

So, if you want to celebrate Christmas in your new home – you can make that dream a reality. Our team of experts can fast-track the process so you can enjoy the festivities in your new home.

Contact us for more details. To know more about Muve’s FestiveFast, visit our website.