Have you considered the costs for moving? Moving can not only be a stressful time but it can be costly, make sure you have thought about things such as, paying your rent upfront, removal costs, flooring and furnishing costs.
Are you ready to move – Torfaen Homeseeker
Work out your budget – Citizens Advice
You will also need to bear in mind that you will have to change your address as soon as you sign for a new property as it could affect your benefits.
Universal Credit: Report a change of circumstances – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Housing Benefit: Report a change of circumstances – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Are you currently renting privately or from another social landlords? Do you need to give notice on your current property? If you are offered a new home with Bron Afon, you may need to give notice on your current property. Its always best to check with your landlord how much notice you are required to give and to consider the cost implications of this. Your new home could be ready for you to move in straight away which would mean and overlap in rent for your current and new home.