Planning a move can be just as much work as the move. It's important to develop your own checklist on what's best for your situation. It will likely include going through your closets and garage to get rid of old stuff, as well as scheduling a moving van. Here are five points to remember to help make your move the smoothest transition possible.
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1. Take Inventory and Assess Your Belongings
Your move will be much more efficient if you scale down on items that you no longer use. You can donate used items to charity and friends or you can have a garage sale or sell items online. Certain equipment like old computers can be taken to recycling centers. You may want to donate or sell big furniture like
beds and couches then replace them at your new location.
2. Research Moving Companies
Instead of choosing the first moving company you can find at the last minute, you will get a better deal if you plan months in advance and shop for the best rates. It's also important to find movers you can trust since some have been known to do sloppy work that damages property. Ask friends who have moved for recommendations and check online reviews.
3. Research Your New Neighborhood
Part of planning a move involves researching your new location before you arrive there to get to know the area. If you are moving to another town study the layout of streets on Google Maps and become familiar with the freeways and big intersections. That way it won't seem like such a foreign place once you move. You can also research shopping centers, parks and landmarks in your area.
4. Send Your New Contact Information To Friends
Be sure to make a list of all the people who you want to know about your new address and then notify them leading to or immediately after the move. The cheapest way to contact a long list of people is through email or social media.
5. Look for New Furniture
If you are planning to buy new furniture or a mattress after your move, you can still plan ahead and look for deals online. If you want a new mattress, be sure it's a place that lets you lie down on it briefly and they offer a comfort guarantee.
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