Five Important Things to Consider When Moving

Moving from place to place is unavoidable. It is something we all have to do because of school, work, adventure, or simply for change. The prospect of moving into a different neighborhood, city or province is exciting. The cloud of uncertainty that surrounds the new life awaiting a person once they settle in a new place brings with it a sense of thrill. However, the actual process of moving is far from easy. It’s actually stressful, since you have to be mindful of every step to ensure your relocation is successful. Here are five things to consider before making that move.

Is the new residence the best place for you?
Regardless of your reason for moving, you have to ensure that the place you are moving to is suitable to you. Ask yourself:

• How big and comfortable is the new place?
• Will I be able to afford it?
• Is there reliable public transportation?
• What is the proximity of essential services?
• Is there safe parking for my car?

These are some of the essential questions that you need to consider. And more importantly, in choosing a new place, you have to think with your head, but choose with your heart.

How much stuff will you move with?
The more stuff you have, the more difficult it will be to move. If you are going to move into a furnished apartment, the move will not be very complex. But if you have to move with all your stuff, it gets harder. Furniture and appliances are the most difficult things to move. You could consider downgrading to only the essential pieces you need for the move. It will reduce your moving expenses.

Do you have a moving budget?
Moving can be expensive, so it helps to have a budget in place. There might be a few things you’ll need to buy for your new place. That combined with the deposit, rent, and bills for that first month of moving out can accumulate to one huge sum. Make sure you have an adequate amount set aside to help cover these and other moving expenses.

Will you get any help?
Most of us have trouble convincing a friend to help us with a move. Understandably so, the process is complicated, and two or three sets of hands are in most cases insufficient. If you really want to move in a hassle-free way, consider hiring a moving company. With their services, you get help with packing, the transit as they provide transportation, and unpacking. Even when your move is long distance, or you have a lot of stuff to move, you still get all the help you need. And since moving companies work around your hours, it is altogether very convenient.

Get your change of address
It’s a little detail that is often forgotten. Giving all relevant parties your new address will ensure the transition to the new place is smooth. It is particularly important to ensure your mail is changed to the new address.

These are the most important things to consider prior to your move. And a word of advice –always remember to have a checklist to ensure nothing eludes your memory.