Tips for Handling Your Next Move

Whether you are packing up an apartment or an entire home, there are several ways to make the job more fun and less stressful. Here is a helpful collection of tips for surviving a future move.

Before you even begin to get organized, it is helpful to gather supplies first. Gather boxes for moving at either a local retail moving supply store or set out to find free boxes from your local grocery or mall. Asking workers when their food or clothing shipments come in is helpful to figure out when the most boxes will be available. You can also buy rubber bins with lids for easy storage and reusability. Be sure to buy packing tape, markers/labels, bubble wrap, and packing paper. Be sure not to use newspaper as often ink from the paper will run off onto your things. Whatever route you take, make sure to gather more supplies and boxes for moving than you think you will need to avoid extra errands later.

If possible, attempt to save wardrobe bags weeks before your move date. These are usually used to store gowns, formal dresses and clothes. and you can locate all these items on Craigslist. The garment bags are perfect for transporting hanging clothes and keep them safe from damage, liquids, wrinkles, etc.

Make sure to label each box as you pack with either a permanent marker or a colored label. It is very useful to have a system of post-its or colored tabs to designate every space in your new home.e. Green goes in the living room, blue in the kitchen, etc.This aides your movers when the show up at your new house or apartment.

Try and pack as much as you can before the actual day of the move. Gather the items you know you will not need during the last week before moving day and pack those first. Another way to not become too overwhelmed is to pack room by room. Begin with the smallest spaces first then move to the bigger rooms that have more things that need to be packed, after you become used to your packing style.

Make sure you have secured a reliable mover well in advance of your move. It helps to go to yelp.com and try to find movers with reputable history. When making your reservation, movers will often ask you to supply a detailed listing of your items. Have in your mind what you want to move. Also, make sure to be familiar with any additional fees the mover may charge for moving blankets, tape, transportation costs, etc.

When moving day finally comes make sure that important paperwork such as deeds, wills and passports stay with you and out of the moving boxes.

Overall, if you plan ahead and stay organized, moving should be a fun and stress-free experience.

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