No one ever said that moving was easy. If you’re one of the many people who plan on moving in 2022, you have your work cut out for you.

Whether you’re moving cross-country or across your own city, there’s no such thing as a stress-free move. That said, there are a few ways that you can make moving house easier and more efficient so you’re not panicking last-minute.

We’re here to talk about it. Keep reading for a few tips that can help you when you’re moving homes.

Time It Right

Timing a move right isn’t easy. You know that you don’t want to rush yourself, but if you give yourself too much time, you can stress yourself out even more.

It’s helpful to make a schedule before you start packing and moving. Remember that you’re going to need most of your major items until the day you leave your home, so plan accordingly.

You can pack your early items away in portable moving storage containers so they don’t clutter up your home and so that they’re easy to transport when moving day arrives.

Give yourself plenty of time to clean, declutter, pack, and deal with all necessary paperwork.

Make an Organized List

Making a list of all of the items that you’re going to bring with you is crucial. This can help you relax as you check things off and it will let you know ahead of time what you’re going to have to buy for your new place.

Take an inventory of your home and decide what’s staying and what’s going. Keep in mind that some things are going to be too expensive or inconvenient to move, like large pieces of furniture, and it may be better for you to buy new ones in many cases.

Declutter First

While you’re thinking about getting rid of major items, start decluttering smaller ones. One of the best things about moving into a new home is having a fresh and clean start. Don’t bring your clutter with you.

Go through all of your items and only keep the things that you need, that you use, or that are otherwise special to you. Do you really need to bring those clothes that you haven’t worn for years with you?

If you have old items that could be replaced, this is a great opportunity to do so.

Decluttering is also a great way to cut down on the amount of packing that you have to do. You’ll save money and time.

Pack a Moving Day (or Week) Kit

Remember that you’re going to need things during your move. If you’re driving a long distance, you’re going to need toiletries and clothes for the trip. Even if you’re going to be at your new home the same day that you move, you’re going to need basic comfort items just in case your belongings don’t arrive right away (or in case you don’t feel like unpacking right away).

You should also keep all of your necessary paperwork and some cleaning supplies with you. Cleaning as soon as you get to your new home will make unpacking and arranging your items less stressful.

Have an (Almost) Stress-Free Move

While there’s no such thing as a stress-free move, you can minimize your stress by using these tips. Give yourself time, make an itemized list, declutter beforehand, and don’t forget your moving day necessities. Good luck with your move!

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