Moving house can be one of the most stressful experiences around. That’s why it’s so important to be organized. Unfortunately, procrastination can be highly tempting. Here are a few ways you can reduce the stress and make sure your move goes smoothly:
Choose the right moving company
If you’re planning to move countries, you need to choose an option for global shipping. If you’re moving all of your belongings to a new country, you need to be able to trust the company you choose. Make sure you check reviews and testimonials and ask for a quote to ensure you know about any extra fees or charges.
Move during the week
If you’re hiring movers, make sure you choose a mid-month and mid-week move-in date. This will help you save money since demand will be lower, and you’ll also be likely to have less stress if you can be all moved in by the weekend.
Declutter in advance
If you want to make sure your move goes smoothly, the best thing you can do is start organizing well in advance. Lighten your workload and stress by beginning your decluttering well before you start packing. That means choosing what you’ll keep, toss, donate, and sell.
Make it small steps
The last thing you want to do is bite off more than you can chew when it’s time to start packing. Instead, break it down into small steps. Otherwise, procrastination will cause overwhelm, and you’ll be exhausted by the time moving day comes around.
Set a timer each day and tackle one room at a time. Spend an hour packing items up, decluttering, and packing sets together.
Color-code your boxes
Don’t waste money on fancy labels. Use highlighters or colored post-it notes to color code your boxes when it’s time to move. For example, keep them all the same for things you’d like to donate, a different one for the stuff that’s getting sold etc. It’s also a good idea to label your boxes based on the room they’ll be going into when you arrive.
Pack smart
Use small boxes for heavy items to make it easier to move. Make sure you use straws or towels to keep necklaces from tangling. Lay them flat on towels and roll them up. Use plastic pill cases for earrings and rings, and take them with you.
Are you moving soon? What are your top tips?
