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The family member who has the final say when moving house

UK house prices jump to new record high in January
  • A survey by Zoopla found that 74 per cent of families believe their children have the final say when choosing a new home.
  • The research indicated that men are more likely than women to lead the overall home-moving process, including setting budgets and negotiating prices.
  • Conversely, women are more prone to voicing a dislike or rejecting a property during the house hunt.
  • The study, commissioned by Zoopla and conducted by Opinium, surveyed 2,000 UK adults who had moved house.
  • Experts suggest that involving children in the decision-making process can lead to a more successful and happier outcome for the entire family.
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