3 Strategies For A Smooth Move

After living in the same house for twenty years, I knew that some things needed to change. I started focusing heavily on going through my finances and evaluating my spending, and it occurred to me that there were a few issues with my monthly budget. I wanted to downsize, so I started thinking about ways to sell my house and move on. I was able to find a great storage unit close to my home, so I took the opportunity to move a lot of my stuff into the space. It was incredible to see how much of a difference moving a few things out made. This blog is all about choosing to move.

3 Strategies For A Smooth Move

3 Strategies For A Smooth Move

24 April 2017
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When you want to be sure that you are able to move to a new state without problem, there are a lot of factors that you need to account for. By paying close attention to some of these matters, you can team up with a licensed and insured moving company, in addition to a lot of strategies that will carry you far and streamline the move. With this in mind, read below and apply these ideas. 

#1: Book your mover as far out in advance as possible

By hiring licensed and insured movers for out-of-state moves, you will be able to get the help that will make this process so much easier. Because of this and because movers book up quickly, you should reserve them as far out in advance as possible. This increases the likelihood that you will match up with the company that is best able to serve you. Talk to these movers and have them provide you an estimate on the level of labor involved in your move, along with the costs for distance. In order to move an entire household to another state, you might expect to pay approximately $4000 or so, depending on the moving company that you select.

#2: Pack as efficiently as possible

The true test of how smooth your move will go lies with how well you pack. Start by creating huge packing spreadsheets, which will allow you to place items in specific boxes and containers and know exactly where they are stored at all times. You will also need to decide how many items you would like to pack with the movers and how many, if any, you will ship to your new address. Many companies provide moving containers that they can help you ship to your new location. These moving containers are so useful because they are incredibly safe, expedite your move, and help you load and unload with no problem.

#3: Plan out your logistics

When you need to make your move as smooth as it can be, handle logistics accordingly. For example, you will need to turn off your utilities and switch them to your new address as quickly as possible. You should also insure your move so that you are covered if anything happens to break. Plan out your work schedule so that you have time to unpack slowly, as opposed to doing so in a rush.

Consider these tips so that your move goes your way, and hire professionals who can help you out.

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Deciding To Move

After living in the same house for twenty years, I knew that some things needed to change. I started focusing heavily on going through my finances and evaluating my spending, and it occurred to me that there were a few issues with my monthly budget. I wanted to downsize, so I started thinking about ways to sell my house and move on. I was able to find a great storage unit close to my home, so I took the opportunity to move a lot of my stuff into the space. It was incredible to see how much of a difference moving a few things out made. This blog is all about choosing to move.

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