Make a Plan
As soon as you know you are moving, create a general andpreliminary plan.
Here’s what to consider:
You have options when hiring movers, depending on your budget.
Hybrid packages allow you to pack up your home yourself and the moving company will move everything for you.
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Create a Detailed Schedule
There are many fast-moving parts during a move.
Creating a detailed timeline with aday-by-day schedulewill keep you from forgetting crucial steps and details.
If possible, start eight weeks before your move.
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Pack and Label Boxes
As you pack, label your boxes.
This step will help youefficiently unpackonce you arrive at your new home.
Consider getting several quotes.
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If you better hire a full-service moving company for a long-distance move, budget at least several thousand dollars.
It’soverwhelming to declutterand pack a house of any size and it will take longer than you anticipate.
Schedule and start both processes as early as possible so you are not rushing through the process.
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You may want toclean a new homebefore you move in.
If your new home is far away, hire a service.
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