Research has found that moving is one of the most stressful tasks humans undertake. Uprooting your home and setting up somewhere else is analogous to not stepping out of your comfort zone but destroying your comfort zone. But it is equally essential and we have to go through it one way or another. In addition to the mental stress, financial stress is another impediment we have to navigate through. Being a life-changing event, moving requires considerable resources but no matter how much money you have, if you are not careful in budgeting, you will end up spending (wasting) a lot more than you should have. However, by making smart decisions, you can accomplish your goal without stepping out of your budget and creating a dent in your wallet.
Plan Ahead
Most of our expenses are due to not planning. Not only in moving, but in every matter of life, when you plan and take note of everything you have to engage the chances of spending out of the way are greatly reduced. Proactively handling a move has the potential to make it smooth and budget-friendly.
Sort out Your Stuff
Every home has a lot of stuff that is seldom or never used. As already discussed moving is a stressful job and taking the clutter with you to your new place will only increase it. Instead, make an inventory of your stuff and evaluate whether this item is worth the energy to move, if not sell it. The sofa which no one uses or the old drawer set which you can do without, sell them. Similarly, you must have books you have read multiple times and a lot of other stuff. The point is to sell all that stuff which is not essential for it will clear up the space and instead of costing you to move, it will give you money.
Save money on Packaging Supplies
Pack smartly for the packing material is not cheap. Instead of buying bubble wraps for every glassware, use your towels or clothes to provide them the protection they need. Instead of buying new boxes, use the original boxes of the appliances if you can get your hands on them. In case you need boxes, look for free giveaways instead of buying.
Don’t buy for your New Home Instantly
We get it that most people are excited while moving to a new home and in this excitement, they buy new things to set up and decorate their home. This is where you spend the most money. Freeze your spending before actually shifting into your new home. Once you are shifted, you will have a better understanding of what you need and you will shop smartly. This will also minimize the risk of overbuying or buying items not compatible with your new surroundings like an oversized sofa or bed.
Hire Movers Smartly
Some people may get encouraged to get their friends’ help to move instead of professional movers to save some bucks. But we will not advise it. In the hands of amateurs, the chances of increasing your bill amplify manifold. However, we do say to hire any mover after researching and getting quotes from multiple ones. Ask around for a reputable mover, Iron and Brawn is one such mover who will provide quality services at affordable prices.
