Escape to the country: How to relocate to the Scottish Borders
Thinking of making the big move from city living to a peaceful new life in the countryside? Cathy Copson, Relocation Specialist at Hastings Legal, shares her advice on how to relocate to a new life in the tranquil Scottish Borders.
The pressures of lockdown life and the advent of working from home kickstarted a vast number of people looking to relocate to more rural areas. We’ve seen a consistent influx of buyers relocating to the Borders, looking for tranquillity and green space, while escaping busy urban environments.
As well as being a simply stunning place to live, the Scottish Borders offers an unrivalled mix of rural living combined with a feeling of still being really connected, Edinburgh is super accessible and the transport links to other parts of the UK by road, rail and air are excellent.
So, if you are thinking of making the move, where do you even start?
Firstly, define your budget and if you are selling, make sure your property is on the market or at least ready to go. Demand for property here in the Borders is still outstripping supply, so it’s worth noting that the better position you are in to progress a sale, the more seriously any potential offer you make will be taken.
Research your area: we market some incredible homes in stunning locations, but is rural living really for you? Town, village, and remote living offer their own individual appeal and challenges, and all districts have their own personalities, so you really need to spend the time in different locations to decide what and where works best for you.
Make sure to also speak to locals, they can offer you a wealth of local knowledge that no amount of researching online can match.
Demand is so high from incomers that Hastings Legal now offer a bespoke and comprehensive relocation service assisting clients who may be unfamiliar with the area, ensuring buyers feel confident they are making the right move.
Want to find out more from Hastings Legal? Visit the website or call the team on 01573 225999.
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