Preparing for a move is all about strategy and planning. The laundry list of things you need to accomplish when moving can be overwhelming but with the right planning and preparation, you can check off all the items on your to-do list and still have time to enjoy the excitement of your new home. The following tips will help you settle into your new home without issue.
Buy A Binder And Create A Moving Folder
There is nothing quite as satisfying as a good binder. So before doing anything else, buy a binder/notebook or create a digital folder on your computer.
Documents to include:
- Moving checklist (see our link below for a great one!)
- Timeline
- Contracts
- Receipts
- Financial documents
- Passport/social security card/license
Establish Your Moving Budget
Before going any further it is important to determine moving-related costs. You’ll also want to account for how much money you’ll need post-move for potential furniture, repairs, etc. Remember to keep proof of all moving expenses and store them safely in your moving binder.
Create An Ultimate Moving Checklist
No matter how many moves you have made in the past you’ll definitely want a checklist. Only then can you start building your timeline. A smart place to start would be to plan in weekly increments such as 8 weeks, 4 weeks, 2 weeks, etc. This will help you break bigger projects into smaller ones you can easily handle.
Take Inventory
Take inventory of your household belongings including the amount and weight of large pieces of furniture and the number of boxes you may have. This will help the moving company give you an accurate estimate of how much your move will cost. This is an important step, so be sure that you account for everything you own. You can then use this inventory list when you contact a moving company.
Invest In Portable Storage
As time goes by, we accumulate what seems like a never-ending amount of things. Consider renting a portable storage unit from a company like 1-800-Pack-Rat to help organize your move. You can have the unit delivered right to your house which then allows you to sort and store your items over the course of a week, month etc. This helps to make your move less chaotic and give you time to sort through any unwanted items. Once moving day has arrived, Pack Rat will pick up your unit and transport it to your new home for an easy and stress-free move! Click here to get a quote from your local Pack Rat today.
Make Time For Yourself
There is no doubt that moving can be stressful. That is why it is so important to make time for yourself. Things can get messy with a move and even if you have everything planned circumstances can change almost instantly. Whatever helps you unwind, do it. Go for a hike, watch your favorite movie, eat at your favorite restaurant, just do whatever you need to to keep things in perspective and keep your move on schedule.
Now that you have an idea of how to prepare for a move and stay organized, you can confidently start putting your plans into action.
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