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Managing An Organized Move
Is moving day fast approaching? According to the
Employee Relocation Council, moving to a new home is
the third most stressful life event (following death
and divorce). To ease the transition, follow these
tips to make your move smooth.
• Consider “staging” your home. This process of
neutralizing, decluttering, organizing, and
beautifying allows potential buyers to picture
themselves living in the house by tapping into their
emotions. Staging also starts the “letting go”
process for the sellers, as they transform their
beloved home to a more neutral-looking home. Staging
will help you sell your home quickly, at the best
possible price.
• Plan your move date at least four to six weeks
ahead. The most popular times for moves include May
through September and the very beginning and end of
each month. So if you’re hiring a moving company,
contact them soon. Call family and friends for
trusted mover recommendations.
• Start packing seldom-used items now. Ask your
grocery store to set aside cardboard boxes for you.
Pack heavier items in smaller boxes and lighter
items in larger boxes.
• Organize your boxes. Number each box and label
which room it belongs in. Keep a separate list
indicating the box number and its contents. When you
get to your destination, unpack everything as soon
as possible.
• Fill out change-of-address forms at the post
office. And be sure to update important documents
which include your address and phone number (e.g.
driver’s license, checks). Bring your current phone
books to your new home in case you need to contact
people in your old town.
• Move valuables yourself. Irreplaceable family
photos, heirlooms, and financial and legal documents
should be packed and transported by you instead of
your moving company.
• Send out postcards to family and friends with your
new address and phone number, along with a photo of
your new home!
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