A smart move for millennials

Millennials are increasingly searching for condominiums online, signaling their entrance into the prime years of home buying and a desire to live near their workplaces.

However, transitioning into a new home is a significant step that requires careful preparation on logistical, financial, and emotional fronts.

Moving out is not easy and it can take a long time to ensure that the new place is clean and ready for occupancy.

To assist millennials in kickstarting their home-buying journey, RLC Residences shares essential considerations for aspiring homeowners.

1. Scheduling the move-out date. Moving out involves a series of tasks, including ensuring the new place is clean and ready for occupancy, packing belongings, purchasing furniture and appliances, and obtaining necessary permits and documents.

2. Emotionally preparing the family. Filipino families traditionally share strong bonds. When deciding to leave the family home, it is crucial to emotionally prepare yourself, your parents, and siblings for the change.

Allocate sufficient time to discuss and explain your decision to your family. Assure them that you will still visit often and invite them to your new place.

3. Building a budget. Budgeting is a vital aspect of solo living to ensure financial stability. Homeowners must avoid overspending and manage their daily and monthly expenses effectively.

4. Establishing eating habits. Living independently means taking charge of your meals. It requires menu planning, learning recipes, and grocery shopping for ingredients and essentials.

5. Keeping an administration and maintenance directory. Having a directory of service providers, such as hospitals, police stations, and fire stations, is essential for emergencies. Condominium dwellers are also advised to maintain a directory of administration and maintenance offices.

Moving out and purchasing a home for the first time can be a daunting task for young Filipinos. However, with careful planning and consideration, it can be a smart move towards independence and personal growth. By addressing key aspects like scheduling the move-out date, emotional preparation, budgeting, establishing eating habits, and maintaining important directories, millennials can embark on their home-buying journey confidently.

“Finding your first home can be daunting. There should be no risk of regrets. This is why we have been extremely thoughtful in designing Sierra Valley Gardens such that it caters to modern needs and aspirations – from installing upgraded smart home facilities, a WFH nook in our units, to providing abundant green spaces and a multitude of amenities for young professionals to enjoy,” said RLC Residences' Senior Director, Marketing Head and Chief Integration Officer Karen Cesario.

For millennials thinking of making their smart move in the East with Sierra Valley Gardens, they may connect with a property specialist or visit rlcresidences.com to know more.