A recent study conducted by the AA has revealed some fascinating insights into what kind of things shape the decisions made by those who choose to move home.

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Many people believe that this process is one of the most stressful experiences of modern life, with research also supporting this claim. However, looking at the reasons behind the big moves people make can help explain why we put ourselves through it in such large numbers.

Professional obligations

23 per cent of respondents to the AA’s survey confirmed that they had packed up and shifted their lives to another part of the country in order to pursue their career.

The fact that moving home is most commonly associated with job opportunities is interesting from a social and societal point of view, not just due to its implications for the housing market.

Fresh starts

At the other end of the …