Marcus Richards
For many, moving can be a stressful and challenging time. Packing and traveling long distances be a hassle, as homeowners already have a lot on their plate.
Inevitably, moving induces a level of insecurity and stress. However, implementing small, tangible steps before you embark on the moving process can not only give you peace of mind but can even help organize things for your new residence.
Delegate your vehicle relocation to auto transport professionals
If you’re moving across the state – or the country – consider a car transportation service.
Driving all the way can be stressful, uncomfortable, and costly. Plus, if your new home is significantly far away, you may spend entire days transporting your car instead of getting settled in your new place.
Save yourself some stress and leave the auto transport to the professionals.
Set a clear budget ahead of time
As with most activities, it’s essential to plan ahead when moving – especially when working with a somewhat restrictive moving budget. If you wait too long, you can easily fall into the trap of last-minute spending.
Budgeting early will also relieve some stress. If you start a few months early, you’ll know exactly how to allocate funds and how much you need to save.
Consider hiring a moving company
While it may seem like a sizable and equally unnecessary cost at first, a moving company can be an incredible lifesaver. Just like an auto transportation company, movers can do all the heavy lifting for you – literally.
If the idea of taking time off work to organize and pack is stressful, perhaps investing in a moving company is worth the money.
Label your boxes and moving containers
Labeling can save you a boatload of time when unpacking. However, rather than arbitrarily labeling your boxes with generic labels, consider color-coding them by room.
Buy colored label stickers and then use the colors to coincide with each room. Once you move into your new residence, all you have to do is sort the boxes by room, and then you know exactly where to put them.
Another clever way of labeling containers includes taking a photograph of the items before they’re put into the box and taping that photo (along with a short written description) to the box.
Make the moving process fun
Yes, moving can be stressful – but it doesn’t have to be. Make sure to take care of yourself and your family during the process, and take some time to unwind.
Moving can be physically, mentally, and emotionally draining, so ensure you have a plan for eating. You don’t want to get too wrapped up in the packing process and realize you haven’t eaten all day.
Plan out a menu for the moving process, or ask your friends to come and bring food. Perhaps you can turn the moving process into a party by enjoying your favorite snacks and playlists with your friends, family, or coworkers one last time before the move.
Final thoughts
According to the United States Census Bureau, approximately 27.1 million Americans moved in 2021. If you’re going to be part of that statistic for this year, then you can be sure you’ll be well-prepared and (hopefully) stress-free with the above tips.
After a successful move, now it’s time to look forward to relaxing in your new place of residence and begin the homemaking process.
