6 Moving Hacks to Make Your Move Smooth

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If you’ve just bought or sold a house, congratulations! Now, of course, comes the moving part. Here are some of our best tips to make the moving process as smooth as possible for you. 

1. Purge your stuff!

Now that you have to move your things, this is the perfect time to decide if you need to keep or get rid of certain items. Your move will be easier and your life will be less cluttered. 

2. Create a schedule

Plan ahead! You'll need to organize your moving team, when to clean out cupboards and the fridge, and also delegate when you can move certain items. For instance, out-of-season clothes can go right away and you don't have to wait for moving day.

Reserve a day for admin tasks. These tasks include changing your address and updating any subscriptions, bank accounts, and cable and utility bills that are necessary!
Also at this time, make it easy on yourself and arrange for a donation center to pick up all your purged items!

3.Plastic wrap your draws- and keep everything inside

Unless your dresser is filled with bricks, use plastic wrap to your advantage. When you get into your new home, everything will already be in its place!

4. Make a packing supplies box

Keep all your necessary supplies in one place! Don't lose your mind because you can't find the tape!

Supplies to keep in this box are:

• Packing tape
• Sharpies
• Labels
• Scissors
• Trash bags
• Ziplock bags
• Rubberbands or Zip ties

5. Number Or color code your boxes

Devise a color or number system for where boxes belong. You can also use the system to distinguish what needs to be unpacked first and what can wait  until you are a little more settled.


6. Pack A first-night box

Most people don't think to pack a first-night box, but this is important, especially if you have kids! If you don't want to rummage around looking for pajamas, designate a box that will have a day or two's worth of necessities in it! 

Items to include:

• Toilet paper
• Hand soap
• Bedding
• Pajamas
• Toothbrushes
• Chargers
• Medications and toiletries
• Paper towels
• Snacks

If you have any other questions about how to make your move easier or you have any other real estate needs, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We'd be happy to help you.