There are many reasons why you want to move.  How to prepare for moving seems pretty straight forward but here are some moving tips that can help. Some people are doing it because of greener pastures while others move in order to start with a clean slate. However, regardless of the reason why you’re moving, it’s important that you know what you should and shouldn’t do. Aside from hiring moving companies NYC or searching for “movers near me” online, you should prepare the following:

1. Make sure you have a house and a job before moving. 

This one’s a no-brainer. Before you list your home for sale or inform your current landlord that you’re moving to another state, make sure that you already have a job and a home. These two are crucial to ensure that you and your family can continue living comfortably even in a new state.

If you already have professional experience, your next job should be related. And if possible, your office should be near or convenient to your home.  If you are in need of a mortgage, lenders might want you to be in the same line of work in order to use your earned income.  It’s best to check with a local professional lender with great Google Reviews to see if your new job will work. Start looking for a house once you’ve decided that you’re going to move. The house you choose should be suitable for your family’s lifestyle and budget. The neighborhood should also be safe and accessible to public transportation.

2. Create a master plan. 

As mentioned, a move will require a lot of things from you. You’ll need to accomplish tasks before, during and after your actual moving date. To ensure that you’ll be able to complete all of these without forgetting any tasks, create a master plan for the move. List down all of the tasks you have to accomplish for the move and don’t forget to include its timeline. Determine what your priorities are and what comes next after. Having a plan before the inter-state move can keep you in check, lessening the stress and expenses.

Here is a Home Moving Checklist that you and download from Microsoft to help keep you on track.

3. Let go of your stuff before moving. 

If you have been living in the same location for years, it’s safe to assume that you already invested in a lot of things. You probably brought a new dining room set or the latest appliance for your bedroom. And while you’ve spent money to afford these, it doesn’t mean that you should bring all of these to your new home. More often than not, you might be keeping items which are either broken or damaged. If you want to have lesser moving expenses, opt to let go of your valuables before moving.

To do this, go through all of your valuables and decide which among these are you no longer using. This can include old pieces from your closet and your home in general. If some of these items are still usable, consider giving them to charity or organizations in your area.

You might also be able to sell some of these items on popular website like  Letgo, 5Miles, and Facebook Market Place.

4. Budget everything.

The money will be an important resource when moving interstate. You need to be financially prepared in order to pay the movers for their services (if ever you’re planning to hire one), down payment and closing cost of the new home or lease of the new house, and expenses you’ll have during the transportation. If you don’t want to be in debt just because you’re moving, budget everything. Decide how you’re going to move – whether you’re going to hire professionals or not – and create an appropriate budget for it. If you’re eyeing to hire movers, expect that you’ll need to come up with a bigger budget.

5. Know your moving company. 

You can enjoy a lot of benefits when you hire a professional moving company. Aside from the convenience, you’ll have more time and energy in your hands once you hire them. In short, it’ll be easier for you to continue living your life even when you’re moving – all thanks to their professional help. However, since there many moving companies operating today, it’s important that you know which to choose.

If this is the first time that you’re going to hire a moving company, start your search by scouting for at least three options and comparing their services and fees. If you know friends or family who has hired a moving company in the past, ask for their referrals, as well. If none of them did, take time to browse the internet for online reviews. Get the moving company’s contact number and set an appointment with them. The information you’ll get from these sources can help you decide which moving company actually fits your needs and budget. Make sure to get a quote in writing and carefully review the contact before signing on the bottom line.  You might want to go to Moving.com for a quote as well.

If you are moving in the Dallas Area, we know a great mover, Fantastic Moves.  You should call them for a free quote. 

It’s Easy When You Know How

Moving can be stressful because it’ll require a lot of things for you. This is especially true if you’re actually doing it for the first time. If you want your upcoming inter-state move to be fast and easy, use this article as your guide. You’ll know better how to manage your inter-state move once you have an idea of the strategies applicable to it.

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