No matter how far you have to move, it’s critical that you downsize and cut back on your possessions. The sooner you can start, the easier the process will be. If you are moving across the country, moving less bulk will save you money. If you are moving overseas, lowering the weight of your possessions will keep things simpler and cheaper.
Hire a Moving Sale Team
Not everyone has enough stuff to have a moving sale on your own. If time is tight or if your children are small, it may be a good time to hire a moving sale team. Working with a moving sale team means that you will need to arrange a one-time pickup of the items instead of spending the day trying to sell your items.
A moving sale team will take a cut of the sale. If you need to earn as much as possible before your move, you may do better to try to set up a joint sale with friends. If all else fails, do your best to donate items that you will not need in your new space to lighten your moving weight and bulk.
Hire a Packing Service
Packing up your belongings will require a lot of mental energy. To make your life easier, hire a packing service. Enter each space of your home with
- a white trash bag for donations
- a black trash bag for garbage
- a bin or box to start packing
- a clothes basket for items the packing service can box up
Clear a space along a wall in your home that is not carpeted for easier cleaning. Do your best to work off a map of your new space so you can mark boxes according to destination. Keeping things organized in the packing process will make everything easier in your new home. If you are moving over water, such as a move to Hawaii, consider packing in USPS boxes; keep each box under 70 pounds so you can easily mail your belongings directly to your new home.
Hire a Vehicle Shipper
There are several scenarios in which you may find yourself in need of vehicle transportation services. If you have multiple family vehicles, you may find yourself with too many vehicles and not enough drivers to move your family efficiently.
There are also oversea moves that require car transport to Hawaii or other US territories. Even if you are not moving overseas, there are other factors that may contribute to your choice in having a vehicle transportation company take care of your family vehicle transportation needs. Not many families get many opportunities to travel across the country together, and a family move can be a great time to go on an adventure together. Whether you’re caravaning in one vehicle or even flying by plane together, this is a great time to build bonds and memories for years to come.
Hire Two Cleaning Services
Whether you are cleaning up a rental or selling your family home, hiring a cleaning service can take a lot of worries off your plate. While you can review the work done by your current house cleaner, you will need to hire a remote cleaning crew to make sure that your new home is ready for you to move in.
Your realtor should be able to find a great cleaning crew if you are buying a new home in your destination city. If your realtor can’t help you set this up, check out local AirBNB hosts and see if you can message them for recommendations. Getting a quality cleaning job before you settle in will help you gain a wonderful first impression of your new home.
Hire an Unpacker
Moving with children can be quite tumultuous. Once you get to your new home, your children may no longer have the patience or tether to wait for everything to be unpacked while there is a new neighborhood to enjoy.
Once you do the work to remotely hire a housekeeper and are happy with the condition of the home, an unpacking service can turn a long, challenging week into a shorter and easier weekend. To get the best results, make sure your belongings are mapped for easy unpacking into your new home.
Making your move as easy as possible with the right services can sweeten the entire experience. If funds are very tight, do your best to connect with friends and family that can help you with childcare during this stressful time. Use an unpacking service to reduce the burden on all members of the family.
