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The day that you choose to pack up everything you own, and put it somewhere else, or ‘moving day’ is a day filled with exhaustive, back breaking work. You’re picking up your whole life and relocating, so why shouldn’t it be? But not everyone is ready for the level of stress involved in such a seemingly simple activity.

Packing, moving furniture, cleaning up, unpacking, choosing what to keep and what to toss. After which we find out that we’ve still managed to forget something. Simply thinking about all that has to be done on top of your regular obligations is enough to make you want to drop the idea of moving at all. So what’s the better way to do things, if there even is one?

Guess what? There is. They’re called movers, and for most, they might as well be angels sent down from above to assist the puny humans. Movers will not only come to your home but they’ll lug boxes that you’ve stuffed beyond the breaking point out to a nice, shiny truck (or dingy one, doesn’t matter) drive them to your new location, and then cart them out again.

Movers drive out to your old home, pick up your boxes, your furniture, and your pictures, and take them all to your new house. Then they’ll unload them and take them inside for you. Simple, and convenient enough that you’ll never have to worry about unyielding furniture.

They help you set up shop so that while you’re focusing on the little details that run your everyday lives, they can take care of the big ones and make things just a little simpler in the long run. The good thing about all this is that moving companies are surprisingly affordable.

The best thing about it all is that the companies are largely affordable, and if you find the right ones they’ll come in and pack up your things for you. That cancels out any and all heavy work on your part. A worthy investment if I’d ever heard one. But that’s only if you pick the right company.

There are hundreds out there and those hundreds have their own diverse group of employees. It’s important to do research on who you’re hiring because you’re entrusting these people with your most valuable possessions as well as your hard earned money. So be strict in your requirements but not unbending.

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Moving can be very stressful but you can make things much easier on yourself when you plan everything out before hand. Advanced planning relives a great deal of stress and helps make sure that the whole process will go as smooth as possible.

5 to 8 Weeks Prior To Moving – About two months out from your move, it is time to do some serious planning. You must investigate your moving options by calling different companies and getting estimates in writing. Make your choice and set an appointment for moving day. You should also ask your accountant about any tax deductions you might be entitled to because of your move and find out what paperwork you need to save. Now is the time to gather important documents. Get medical records of all family members and your pets so you will have them for your new health care providers. Make sure you have other important documents gathered, and replace ones that are lost. This includes social security cards, birth certificates, and immunization records.

Meet with your insurance agent and find out if you need to adjust any of your policies. Make a list of all of your possessions and figure out which valuables you want to be responsible for, which ones you will ship ahead, and which ones you will entrust to the movers. Begin gathering boxes. You can buy boxes or collect them from your weekly grocery store visits. Buy all packing supplies such as markers, tape, foam peanuts, and boxes so they will be handy at any time you get a free minute to pack up a few things. You can pack up seasonal items and other belongings that you will not need until after your move.

2 to 4 Weeks Prior To Moving – In the month leading up to moving day, you must get serious about packing and preparing to move. Register a change of address form with the Post Office and let the utility companies know when to shut off service to your old home and begin service at your new location. Figure out if you want to move your live plants or find new homes for them. Plan your final menus so you won’t have a lot of perishable food to throw away.

Additionally, get rid of any flammables or poisons that cannot be moved. You should also begin to investigate what it is going to take to transfer your car registration to you new state. Be sure that you spend some time at you bank either closing or transferring your essential accounts. Do not forget to start cleaning out your fridge of all the food that you have on hand!

Moving Week – About a week before moving day, confirm your appointment with the mover to make sure they have the right time, date, and location. Pay your deposit and make sure you understand any stipulations they make have regarding allowable items and packing procedures. Dig out your written estimate and keep it readily accessible so you will have it should any questions over pricing arise.

Don’t forget to let all of your friends and family members know where you are moving. That’s easy today thanks to email, but don’t overlook those without email access. Be sure to drain and defrost your refrigerator and drain water from all other applicable appliances.

Moving- In – Once you arrive at your new home you will likely be overwhelmed by everything that you need to do. However, there are a few things that are essential to take right away. Before your belongings arrive spend some time checking over your new home and confirming that your utilities are being turned on.

Additionally, check to be sure that all of your appliances are in working condition. Be sure that you are present when the movers arrive so that you can check your belongings and provide payment. If you are not paying by credit card you will need a cashier’s check or cash to pay off your moving balance.

About the author: Jerry Dyess specializes in Texas Electricity news and Texas Electric prices.