Amy Pigott 
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When you’re a single professional, you try to make housing as inexpensive as possible. All you really need is somewhere to sleep, and perhaps cook from time to time.
But when you have a family, housing requirements change dramatically. All of a sudden, you need something that will put a roof over your children’ s heads and do a lot more than that besides.
So, why does a bigger house make sense for your kids?
Space To Play
Top of the list of reasons is the fact that homes provide space for kids to play. They can run around and enjoy themselves as much as they want, allowing them to master their environment.
Kids can be raised in apartments, but they don’t have room to roam. They can’t explore or expand, and many of them wind up spending all their time on their devices.
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Room To Grow
Related to this last point, larger homes give your kids room to grow. They can enjoy their own space and don’t feel like they’re living on top of their siblings.
This extra room reduces the risk of squabbling and fighting while also allowing kids to develop independent hobbies. They have room for everything from painting to astronomy.
Privacy For Everyone Else
When you move to a bigger house, you also give everyone more privacy, including your children. Generally, people don’t want to feel like they’re living on top of each other with everyone being able to see what they’re doing. It can also make it easier to relax and get away from interruptions when people have their own space.
Easier Hosting
Another perk is easier hosting that’s possible in bigger homes. You always have spare space that other people can use and enjoy when they come to visit you, instead of having to rent an AirBnb. For example, you could host play dates, birthday parties, and more, without having to worry about it. THis would give your kids more opportunities for social interaction.
Room For Hobbies
You might also want to find a place where your kids could enjoy their hobbies (which might become their careers in the future). Agents, like HM property specialists, often have vast databases where they list the features of every home. You could look for properties with games rooms, sheds, and outbuildings to facilitate these activities.
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Dedicated Study Areas
Dedicated study areas are something else you should look for if you have academic children. These provide them with areas they can go to learn more about their work and perhaps develop a love of study.
These areas should be quiet zones away from the rest of the home, particularly the communal areas. They should have bookshelf space and desks for reading and writing.
Family Bonding Spaces
Finally, it’s nice to look for homes with family bonding spaces. These are places everyone can go just to hang out and enjoy being around each other. For example, you could get a bigger home with a games room or a theater for family movie nights.
