Moving Tips

Wouldn’t it be great to be like a turtle or snail, so we could simply pick up and move our home with us wherever and whenever we needed?

Relocating to a new home is a challenge for anyone, and tips to make the move easier are always welcome. We are dedicated to offering you a broad variety of moving tips to make your move easier and less expensive.

Spring is here with its new beginnings and longer days. Generally speaking, summer is the peak moving season, as families work around the school year. But, moving in spring has its charm and some good reasons to consider a move during these months. The weather is mild and fewer people are relocating, which makes it easier to book a professional moving company at a lower cost. Depending upon your specific circumstances, moving in spring rather than waiting for summer may be very beneficial.

You have just put your signature on the final paperwork for your new home, but soon the thrill of settling in to your new residence will wear off, and the dread of packing boxes will set in. Global Van Lines has a few tips for you to help you prepare for the move.

We all know two things about moving: it can be expensive and a lot of work. But you can do one thing prior to that move that will help with both. Declutter early and you will have less to move. You will also pick up space in cabinets and closets, and prevent any moments during unpacking when you discover you can’t fit it all in.

Moving overseas may be exciting, but it also presents some big decisions and transitions in your life. You have many factors to contemplate. If the entire overseas relocation process has not been meticulously planned, your exciting dreams of living abroad may face a few obstacles.

While moving china and other fragile items may present challenges, moving your electronics safely takes extra care and planning.

Even if you are looking forward to moving, you may still get a bit stressed, sleep-deprived, overwhelmed, and maybe even a little grumpy. Too much to do, and not enough time! Even if you could clone yourself, you might still have so many tasks that your anxiety creeps up on you. Some things you can’t control, such as traffic or weather. But, you can do some other things for a smoother move. For instance, lighten up! You can actually make this a fun day.

If you are an expert mover, you already know about all the classic mistakes to avoid, such as moving during rush hour, undervaluing your moving insurance, and failing to obtain a written estimate.

Moving to a big city from a small town by yourself can be a big stressor. If you have traveled a lot, you may already have plenty of experience navigating streets and neighborhoods. If not, you may feel excited and a little intimidated by the new adventure. If your relocation takes you far away from long time family and friends, you may have butterflies about being alone and on your own.