How did you feel after exchange?

[Madmog]

I thought I would be really happy and excited, but don't know how I feel. We've been really happy here, but the property we're going to ticks virtually all our boxes and it's in the same area which we don't want to leave - think we'd have to wait a long time for another possibility like this.

I guess we had a bit of a stressful build up to exchange. Last Monday thought someone in chain would have to find another buyer, then Tuesday could all be on but completion had to be before 25 June as someone's mortgage offer ran out, probably likely to exchange Wed or Thurs. We are meant to be away at the moment so set a deadline of 11am Friday for exchange (as we wanted a couple of hours to put things in order before going). That went, so hung on. Was just about to go at 3pm when we heard, so two quick calls and we've come back early.

IF we ever exchange I think I will feel like you. Our house is too small and quirky for a relaxed family life. Whatever new house we buy will be a big step up but I have been so happy in this house, our 3 children have been babies and toddlers here, every room is just how I like it and I don't feel like I have the enthusiasm to do it all again. I remember like yesterday how excited we were to get it and even though it was very ugly inside we felt so lucky. We're moving out of area this time so its a bit more complicated but I've felt sad and a bit lost ever since putting it on the market, even though in practical terms I would be moaning everyday if we had to stay.

Well here's a philosophical thought that someone shared with me years ago:

All changes (even good ones) have losses as well as gains -so it's normal to feel ambivalent.

We are waiting to exchange and on days when it looks like it's going to happen I'm all sad about leaving here. Then on days when it looks a bit shakey I'm sad about not moving there LOL

I felt bereft for the old house and a bit "oh oh oh what have we done"

I've done that 3 times .
Moving house is stressful so if you feel any regrets just keep breathing and tell yourself it is normal. I bet it will pass.

All the houses I felt nervous about when we first got them , I ended up happy and tearful to leave.

I can't speak for you but seriously , it's a big thing just because you don't float around on an unadulterated cloud of joy for a few months and actually have a few worries does not mean you have done the wrong thing .

Can't remember what they are but I am pretty sure moving house is up there with bereavement and divorce as a stressful thing .

Anyway - good luck with it . Exciting to have a new house , just give yourself time to get over the stress of the actual moving process.

very relieved that it had finally gone through and very excited to be moving.
we settled in here straight away, I never had a sad thought about the house we left.

good look and get packing :)

actually good luck

Relieved! Couldn't wait to leave my old house behind. Even though it took four long months to sell after we moved to this house. All done now and so, so happy!

I anticipate feeling like you madmog, because we're in a similar situation - looking for a bigger home in the same village and jumping at an opportunity to buy something which fits our needs a bit better.

We've been in our current home for 10 years and I know I will feel really sad to leave it as it's been a brilliant wee home for us all that time. But I also feel pretty sure the next home will be an exciting next stage and we'll be glad to have the extra space etc and know that we won't (all being well!) need to move again for some time.

While we're in the middle of it all, I'm trying not to focus too much on what we're leaving behind and looking ahead to the 'something better' bit. Don't worry, I reckon what you're feeling is a natural reaction - a bit like the mixed up emotions you have after having a baby?! In a couple of weeks you'll probably be excited to finally be in your new place and glad the most stressful bit is over.

been there - we got royally messed about before exchange so it rather took the shine off what should have been a very happy day. But the house has been everything we hoped and more, and I hope it will be the same for you.

it is natural to feel sad about leaving a house where you have been happy - but it sounds like you've made a good choice and all will be well in the next one.

I hope I feel great I'm worried about it though. You know how some people have to make a fuss to end a relationship - can't just say they're not feeling it? I think I'm doing that with my current house - I'm rubbishing it when really it's great - just no longer meeting our needs!