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Should I renovate or move

(78 Posts)
aggie Sat 25-Oct-25 08:05:39

I did sell and move , to a new build . Now im so glad

Astitchintime Sat 25-Oct-25 07:52:07

Personally, I would sell now. What you plan to do might not suit someone who buys the house when you’re ‘gone’.
I imagine, but I could be wrong so pardon me for saying so, that you’re of retirement age and live alone…….if that’s the case, why live in what sounds like a large house that’s causing you stress just now when you could sell and move somewhere more manageable although I wouldn’t go for assisted living accommodation as there can be horrendous cost when a resident dies but I’m sure another GNetter will comment differently.
I would be inclined to look for a bungalow that’s causing requires little to no work where I could relax and live out my days.

barmcake Sat 25-Oct-25 07:42:14

I have just been ripped off by a cowboy builder for the second time, but this time they damaged my neighbour's property. For the sake of my ruined mental health I've written off the money and compensated my neighbour.

My Victorian terrace needs complete renovation.

Should I sell the house and go to an assisted living flat; or,
do a complete renovation.

Would love to hear from those who have or have had a similar experience and how they resolved it. I feel like just packing a bag and running away at the moment.