Making Moving Easy: 10 Tips for a Smooth Transition

1. It's Never Too Early to Start Packing

Getting a head start on packing never hurts. Not sure where to start? Focus on the rooms and items you utilize the least and save your necessities and most used items for last.

2. Change Your Mailing Address and Arrange Utilities

Changing your address sooner than later will save you hassles in the future. It is recommended to complete this about 2 weeks prior to moving in. It will also be beneficial to switch over the utilities into your name prior to move in.

3. Have a Yard Sale

The best way to get rid of the clutter that won't be following you to your next home is to have a yard sale! Declutter and make a couple extra bucks, all in one!

4. Pack a Box of Necessities

After a long day of moving in, you won't want to be rummaging through endless boxes to find your basic necessities for your first night. Pack a box of necessities and keep it readily accessible. Some essential items to pack are: toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, plates, silverware, shower curtain, and other essential toiletries and utensils.

5. Find Reliable Help

Whether you decide to go with professional movers or a few friends to help you move into your new home, be sure to select reliable people. Vet your movers and read reviews before hiring to be sure that your precious items will arrive safely to your home.

6. Change the Locks

Changing the locks on your door should be a top priority. The previous owners and their family or friends may still have keys. This is a measure that is essential to take to protect your family and your home.

7. Do a Deep Clean

As soon as you arrive to your new home, the first thing you'll want to do is start unpacking. However, a thorough clean of the home prior to moving in your items will allow you to move into a fresh, clean home!

8. Get Precise Measurements

If possible, try to schedule a time to go through your new house and take measurements of each room. This will allow you to sort out what large furniture or appliances you can and cannot take and guide you to what you may need to buy.

9. Pack Important Documents

It will be important to bring along important documents to your new house such as birth certificates, social security card, etc. Be sure to dig them out before your big move!

10. Buy Matching Appliances

If your house does not come with appliances or you are bringing your current ones, make sure that they all coordinate with each other as well as with the aesthetic of your new home.