Moving Anyone? Important Tips To Consider If Your Home is for Sale
Getting ready to relocate? Everyone has there specific circumstances when it's time to move. You may have a big house, a lot of pets, or a collection of pottery to consider. The best thing to do is think ahead and follow some easy steps to make your move stress free.
First, will you be making the move on your own or will you be hiring a moving company? If you are looking to hire a moving company do plenty of research to make sure your belongings will be in good hands. The moving company industry is notorious for being full of scam artists. Please don't be naive, this is one of the easiest ways to get robbed of your hard earned money and belongings, so be very careful about what company you select. The worst place to shop for a moving service is the Internet. The best place to find a reputable moving company is from a referral who has done business with the company in the past. A good resource for selecting moving companies and learning more about moving scams is www.movingscam.com.
If you are doing the move on your own shop around for truck rental specials. You may want to purchase your own moving supplies instead of buying them from the truck rental company. It is common to see low rental rates and very high packing and equipment rates. You will need at least one dolly or hand truck, blankets for furniture and valuables, and an assortment of straps and twine. Inspect the vehicle thoroughly including the tires, wipers, and lights. Organize everything by labeling all of your boxes beforehand.
One of the best times to consolidate your belongings is during a move. You may find you have one vacuum cleaner too many or an extra Betamax machine. Contact a charity to arrange for a pick up or a drop off of these items. Make sure to file the receipts of the donations for tax time. The other fun family alternative is to have a garage sale.
Keep the list of addresses and phone numbers you will need for your move close by and not packed away. It is a good idea to get in touch with your utility companies to transfer or turn off services, your home insurance provider, and the post office to forward old mail at this time.
Ready to go? It is likely you will spend the entire moving day at home. If you are using a moving service, do not leave them unattended. Don't leave your house until the movers have presented you with a bill of lading and thoroughly review the document. Make sure the drivers have your contact info in case there is an emergency. Get the movers mobile numbers as well so you contact them on the road. Lock all your doors and close your windows for the last time. Say goodbye to all of your neighbors and give them your plants as a farewell gift if your are using a moving company. Now it's time to take a deep breath and to get excited about your future home.
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