Prepare to Move Next Year by planning now!
B&K has some great tips to help you prepare to move next year! It’s never to soon to be prepared. Below are steps, which you can take, to help your move next year! Of course, the first step should be to hire B&K to help you with purging, junk removal and – of course – your local move!
Here are the steps to prepare now for a home move next year:
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Set a timeline as you prepare to move
- Determine your ideal moving date
- Create a month-by-month checklist
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Assess your finances
- Review your budget
- Start saving for moving expenses
- Research potential mortgage options if buying
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Research new locations
- Consider job opportunities, schools, and amenities
- Visit potential neighborhoods if possible
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Declutter and organize
- Go through your belongings room by room
- Decide what to keep, donate, sell, or discard
- Consider a garage sale or online selling platforms
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Start collecting packing supplies
- Gather boxes, bubble wrap, packing tape, and markers
- Ask local stores for free boxes
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Begin packing non-essential items
- Pack seasonal items and things you won’t need immediately
- Label boxes clearly with contents and intended room
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Maintain and repair your current home
- Address any necessary repairs
- Consider improvements that could increase resale value
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Hire B&K
- Get your quote from B&K so you can budget
- Get help with junk removal and decluttering
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Update important documents
- Ensure passports, licenses, and other documents are current
- Gather important records (medical, school, etc.)
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Plan for your pets
- Research pet moving tips
- Consider updating vaccinations
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Notify important parties
- Inform your employer of potential move
- Notify schools if you have children
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Create a moving folder
- Keep all moving-related documents in one place
- Include quotes, contracts, and a moving checklist
By starting these steps now, you’ll be well-prepared for your move next year.
Your Delaware County Movers
At B&K Movers in Havertown, PA, we appreciate you and Your business! And we appreciate that moving can be a challenge! We love our clients and want to ensure their move is as stress-free as possible. And we take pride in making sure we help to protect all your assets. We hope to pick B&K when you are choosing the right movers!
Properly pack and protect your valuables. When you are packing, make sure you have sturdy boxes and double tape the bottoms. Don’t over pack the boxes. Keep them to a manageable weight. And make sure items in the boxes, which are fragile, are wrapped well with packing paper or bubble wrap. Label every box with it’s intended location. For a listing of supplies offered by B&K, click HERE.
Please look for more tips in our next blog! At B & K Movers, we treat your possessions as if they are Our own! Additionally, We are insured, friendly and experienced. So if you are planning to move soon, please give us a call! Visit our website’s Blog – Movin’ On Up for more tips and information. And please follow / like us on FaceBook and Instagram!
