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Six Steps that Ease MovingBy Andrew Bermam Statistics reveal that most Americans move at least 5-6 times in their lives. Some move for work reasons, others to satisfy their moving itch, yet others for health reasons. Whatever the reason moving is always a traumatic experience both physically and emotionally. Well if you are sensible moving can be achieved without groans or tears. There are two options you could hire a moving specialist, see http://www.morethanmoving.com/ and let them handle the move or brace your shoulders, grit your teeth and do it yourself. It is not that hard and a move can be planned in six easy stages: 1. The first thing to do is create a moving plan. Start from at least six weeks before a move. Include details like items to be moved or stores, the dates the mover will pick up things, the date the truck will arrive at your new location and so on. The schedule should include minute details of when you will actually close bank accounts, transfer school papers, inform the gym, library, club and so on. An example of a detailed moving plan is at Helpful Resources: http://www.2c.com/wb_hrpages/hr_gen_moving.html 2. Create a move in plan by studying your new home carefully and planning the layout of each room. This will be a guidance as to what needs to be moved, what can be given away, and what is to be stored. Think cabinets, closets, attic, book shelves, toy cupboards and so on. 3. Organize your old home and get rid of clutter. Set a conquer chaos schedule. Segregate into essential, love too much, and can give away. Get boxes and bags and sort room by room and get rid of give away quickly before they become cant do without. Remember anything you have not used in a year is give away. 4. Pack systematically. There are packing instructions and tips all over the World Wide Web. Just follow the instructions or if anything is extremely expensive, precious, or delicate let professional packers pack it. 5. Select a reliable mover. Insist on reading the contract and be sure you are protected. Read all the fine print and ask about insurance, permits, and so on. 6. Plan on arriving at least two days before the truck arrives. This will give you time to clean the home, turn on the utilities, and get your bearings before unpacking begins. Unpacking will not be a nightmare if you keep things that belong together. Tape nuts and screws to the furniture they belong after placing them in zip lock bags. Lamps, cords, bulbs, and shades should be packed as a unit. Pack books in the same order that they sit on your shelves. This way their will be no treasure hunt in your new home. And most essential pack atool kit with spare nails, tacks, and a torch. Always carry cash, jewelry, plants, and pets with you. Find out about moving pets and plants. Just as you packed systematically you must unpack the same way. If you decide to handle most of the move yourself then you will save a considerable amount of money too. About the Author: Andrew Bermam is a freelance writer for Cheap Moving Companies , the premier website to find help on Moving including topics on moving companies search, compare movers, moving insurance, auto transport, moving tips and more. He also freelances for the premier Web Directory site.
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