How to pay for a new house gift? The latest hot spots and gift guides on the entire network
In the past 10 days, discussions about "gifts for moving into a new home" have become increasingly popular on social media. Especially with the arrival of the peak moving season at the end of the year, how to provide gifts has become a problem for many people. This article combines popular topics and actual customs across the Internet to compile a structured guide for you.
1. Inventory of recent hot topics

The following are the hot search keywords and discussion points related to “new house gift money” in the past 10 days:
| Popular platforms | Hot search topics | Number of discussions (10,000) |
|---|---|---|
| #How much red envelope should a friend pack when moving# | 12.3 | |
| Douyin | "Taboos on gift money for new house purchase" video | 8.7 |
| little red book | Comparison of gift standards in various places | 5.2 |
2. Reference standard for gift amount
The amount of gift money varies greatly depending on region and relationship. The following are common criteria for comprehensive feedback from netizens:
| relationship | First-tier cities (yuan) | Second and third tier cities (yuan) |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary colleagues/friends | 300-500 | 200-300 |
| close friends | 600-1000 | 400-800 |
| relatives | 1000-2000 | 800-1500 |
3. Precautions for gift packaging
1.Number meaning: Avoid odd numbers (such as 300) and choose even numbers (such as 200, 600), which means "good things come in pairs".
2.Red envelope selection: Use red or gold-gilded red envelopes, avoid white or black envelopes.
3.Gift timing: It is best to present the gift in person when entering the house. If you are unable to attend, you can transfer the money in advance and attach a blessing.
4. Cases hotly discussed by netizens
Case 1: Xiaohongshu user "@moving达人" shared that when her best friend moved into her new house, she gave her a 688 yuan red envelope + a set of tableware, which received over 5,000 likes.
Case 2: Weibo voting showed that 76% of young people chose the "cash + practical gifts" combination, such as air purifiers, green plants, etc.
5. Alternatives: Recommended non-cash gifts
If you don’t want to pay cash directly, the following gifts are also well received:
| gift type | Reasons for recommendation |
|---|---|
| Home decorations (such as Lucky Cat) | Meaningful and auspicious, highly practical |
| Smart home appliances (such as sweeping robots) | Improve happiness in new home |
| Customized couplets/door hangings | Reflective and unique |
Summary:Gifts for moving into a new house should be combined with regional customs, close relationships and personal budget. The core is to convey blessings and wishes. Recently, netizens prefer the combination of "cash + practical gifts", which is both traditional and thoughtful.
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