Moving day is one of the most stressful days of your life.
There are a million things to do and remember, and if you’re not careful, it’s easy to make some costly mistakes. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of questions so you can identify the top moving day mistakes to avoid.
The most important things to do first are the things that need to be done that week, like safety concerns, cleaning, and unpacking essentials.
The next most important things to do are the things that need to be done in the next two months, like organization, maintenance, and finishing unpacking.
Make sure you know when the movers are coming, and check that you have finished packing. Put the boxes with fragile things in them by themselves, and keep everything else where you can easily show it to the movers when they come.
Moving to a new house, city, and job can be a big change that creates anxiety. It’s normal to feel this while moving.
If you’re moving out of a house or apartment in two weeks and don’t feel ready, don’t worry. You can still do it.
If you’re moving in a week or less, it’s important to be conscious of time management and focus on getting things done. Be sure to prioritize self care during this time, too.
A good rule of thumb, according to Luke Demaria, a financial advisor at Client Focused Advisors, is to have at least 4 months worth of expenses saved up before you move to New York.
Packing up your apartment in one day can be a chore, but it is not impossible. Make sure that you take the time to wrap and protect your items as you go through the process, to prevent damage during your move.
It usually only takes a week to move into a rental property, but in some cases it may take up to two months.
The amount of time it takes to relocate varies depending on the individual circumstances of each case, but is typically estimated to be between 8-16 weeks.
It takes about three months to feel comfortable in a new neighborhood.
The median rent in Manhattan reached $4,000 in May, which is the highest price ever reported by the brokerage Douglas Elliman. This is a nearly 2 percent increase from April and more than a 25 percent increase from May 2021.
It only takes a week, at most, to secure and move into a rental property. In some cases it may take up to two months to be able to move into a rental property, but this is still way faster than closing on a home.
Blueground offers short-term apartments in NYC starting at 30 days which means your furnished rental can be renewed by the month.
However, you can expect savings and added security when signing to a long-term apartment rental lease, priced for 1-5+ years, versus a month to month NYC rental.
If you’re planning a move, you might want to consider decluttering your belongings.
Not only can decluttering before moving save you time and energy on both ends of your move; it can also help save you money. Why? The more stuff you have, the more it costs to move it.
Most unwanted household items, such as clothing and bedding, can be donated to local shelters and other support agencies that help people get back on their feet. You can find a community organization that could use the donation in your local directory.
Items that are in your home for aesthetic purposes are good items to pack first when moving. This might include artwork, decor, books, magazines, and the like. These items are easy to pack first because chances are you won’t need them during the move or the weeks preceding it.
You should start packing for your move at least 3 weeks prior to your anticipated move date. The actual moving preparation process, which includes packing, should start at least 6-8 weeks before your move.
The earlier you start the packing process, the easier it will be when your move date approaches.
If you’re hiring local movers, it’s not weird to help them out. In fact, it can actually save you money. Helping them move quickly and efficiently will take a load off their backs and help them get the job done faster.
Movers don’t like people who hover around them and worry all day, shouting “Watch it, that’s fragile!” They also don’t like being told to lift with their knees.
A good rule of thumb is to give each person 5% of the total cost of the move. So, if you’re paying $1,000 for the move, that would mean $50 for each mover.
However, you can increase your tip to 10% or more if the movers went above and beyond by hauling oversized items or carrying boxes up several flights of stairs.
If you work full time, you will be given a 3-day leave to help with the move.
Before the move, you need to organize visits, lawyer’s appointments, investigations, and moving companies. Some of these may require meetings during working hours. In the weeks leading up to your move, start packing before the day of your move.
Psychologists say that people who choose to move frequently, are likely to be risk takers. This is because moving is incredibly stressful. People don’t realize this because they mainly talk about the packing and the external part of moving.
One way to reduce the stress of moving is to plan everything out and make sure you are prepared for each step. For example, pack gradually so you don’t have a big rush on the day before or day of your move.
The process of moving can be very overwhelming, especially when you have to pack and sort through all your belongings. Plus, it can be very expensive, and often times is coupled with other stressful life changes.
If you can, start planning your packing strategy six weeks before you move. In the beginning, you’ll have to do prep work like decluttering, cleaning, and buying moving and packing supplies. The last two to three weeks can be used for packing.
If you are moving house and have decided to do your own packing, these timeframes can be used as an estimate:
The stress of moving to a new place can come from the fear of the unknown. You may be so familiar with where you are from that thinking about moving to a new place can be terrifying. You may also become anxious about planning your move and settling into your new place. ng into your new place.
Author: Jay Baxter
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