Extend or move?
Extending and moving both solve space problems, but the financial and emotional trade-offs are very different.
When a home feels too small, moving is not the only option.
In many Dutch regions, transaction costs and higher purchase prices make extending worth serious consideration.
The cost of moving
Moving involves transfer tax, agent fees, mortgage costs, renovations and actual moving expenses.
You may also pay more for a larger home in the same neighbourhood.
The value of staying
If you like the location, school, garden or neighbours, extending preserves what already works.
The disruption is temporary compared with leaving a home you enjoy.
When moving is better
If the plot cannot support the space you need, or the layout will remain compromised, moving can still be the better decision.
A feasibility check helps make that choice rational.
Summary
Compare extending and moving on total cost, location value and whether the current home can truly meet your needs.
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