5 Tips to Remember When Moving

Mostly, people have a limited window to work with when they decide to move or learn they must relocate. Whether you've sold your home, found a new rental, or otherwise, the general timeline granted to vacate is usually around 30 days. 

Given the timeframe, making your moving plans in advance is essential. Otherwise, your deadline could sneak up on you, and you must accomplish many tasks in the final weeks and days. 

Take a look at a few tips to help you along the way.

1. Create a To-Do List Plan for the Coming Weeks

You may have plenty of time to work with, but creating a plan is still essential. First, create a detailed outline of what objectives you need to handle and by what date. This lets you visualize everything you need to accomplish in the coming weeks. While a moving plan can vary depending on the situation, be sure to include the following details:

• Establish a budget
• Obtain moving quotes
• Set up and transfer utilities
• Send address change notification
• Request time off work
• Secure packing supplies
• Inventory your belongings
• Pack
• Arrange child and pet care

2. Sort and Purge

Decluttering is an essential step before you begin packing.

• Go through each room of your house and determine what you'd like to keep and what you can eliminate.
• Pull out things that are worn or not useful to you anymore and donate what you can.
• Consider whether any of the remaining items require special packing or extra insurance coverage.

3. Contact and Schedule Moving Company

The sooner you contact moving companies, the more likely you will get the needed date. Get estimates from three companies and ensure you understand the quote's details.

4. Strategize Your Packing Process

Make a packing schedule before you box up your things. Focus on packing non-essential items first. By clearing out as many non-essential items as possible, you will only have a few items left to load when the move-out date grows closer. Focus on things you don't use every day or likely won't need until after you move, such as

• Home decor items
• Seasonal clothing
• Seasonal decor or equipment
• Extra bedding and pillows
• Items used for entertaining guests

Pack your essential items last. These include

• Kitchen items 
• Dinnerware
• Toiletries 
• Clothing
• Other items you'll need in the days leading up to the move.

Remember to label every box with the name of the room it should be placed in at your new home. Label every side so movers can quickly identify where it needs to go.

5. Establish a Plan for Pets and Children

Arrange for offsite child care and pet sitting on your moving day. All the relocation activities can stress out your pets, and your children might be bored. Both pets and kids also risk getting underfoot while the movers are working. Make alternative arrangements to relieve everyone of the hassle.

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