The weeks leading up to Christmas are an ideal time to move into a completed home. With no construction delays, you can get settled and enjoy the festive season in your modern surroundings.
Many housing schemes across the North West include homes that are ready now, allowing you to complete your purchase before the end of the year. Act early to reserve your chosen plot and begin preparing for a memorable Christmas in your new space.
Why Move Before Christmas?
Relocating before the festive season brings both functional and personal advantages. Buying a finished property means you avoid construction-related delays, allowing a smooth transition into your new space.
Spending the holidays in a freshly built home means you benefit from updated features, energy-efficient systems and a clean, blank canvas to make your own.
Homes Ready Now
Housebuilders in the North West currently have a wide range of homes that are already complete. These include layouts that suit larger households, couples, and those purchasing for the first time.
Acting in September or October gives time for the necessary administration and financing — ensuring you're ready to move in by mid-December.
Where to Buy
The North West offers a broad choice of settings. Consider peaceful rural settings, popular commuter zones, or vibrant urban developments — all with homes ready to occupy now.
Opting for a development with immediate availability ensures no wait for future build phases, letting you move in on your schedule.
Costs and Support
A December move doesn’t need to be financially difficult. Many developers offer incentives such as property swap schemes, assistance with deposits, or moving packages.
Meeting with a mortgage broker and working with a solicitor early in the process can prevent delays and make the move less stressful.
Plan for a Smooth Move
Planning ahead is crucial to moving before the holidays. Secure your completion date early, and book removals promptly, as December is a peak time for movers.
Notify your energy suppliers, broadband provider, and banks of your new address in good time. Well-organised packing will make the first few days easier, so you can enjoy the festive period rather than sorting through clutter.
FAQs
How quickly can I move into a new home before Christmas?
If the home is completed and your finances are in place, moving in within 4–6 weeks is often realistic.
Do I pay extra for a ready-to-move property?
Prices don’t generally increase, and incentives may help reduce the overall cost.
Can I still choose fixtures or finishes?
Completed homes may have fixed features, but you’ll still be able to add your own decor and furnishings.
Is part exchange available?
Many developers offer part exchange schemes, making the process quicker and simpler.
Which documents do I need to prepare?
You’ll require identification, mortgage approval, and completed legal documents. Having an experienced solicitor makes the process smoother.
Start Planning Your Move Today
With careful planning and the right home, spending Christmas in your new space is entirely achievable.
To see available plots that could move in for christmas be yours in time for the website holidays, head to Kingswood Homes and find a home that suits your timeline.