{"id":1090,"date":"2019-02-22T22:20:53","date_gmt":"2019-02-22T22:20:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rankmyagent.com\/realestate\/?p=1090"},"modified":"2019-02-22T22:21:49","modified_gmt":"2019-02-22T22:21:49","slug":"get-a-move-on-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rankmyagent.com\/realestate\/get-a-move-on-moving\/","title":{"rendered":"Get a Move on Moving: A how-to guide on making the move painless"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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With spring just around the corner \u2014 she says,\nhopefully, in -27 C weather \u2014 we are quickly approaching moving season. Hard to\nbelieve that time is going by so quickly, she says, again, adjusting her toque\nand scarf. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

June through September tend to be the most\npopular months to move, according to the Canadian Association of <\/a>Movers, but we all know\nthere are some eager beavers who may score some potential savings by moving\nduring the unpredictable months leading up to peak season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of when you decide to make the\ngrand transition, there is a lot of stress that comes with it. There are a lot\nof moving parts and it\u2019s all happening at once and the whole experience can\nfeel pretty chaotic. But, there is a secret. Well, it\u2019s not really a secret, we\nall know it, it\u2019s just sometimes hard to practice than to preach it. The secret\nis \u2014 drumroll, please \u2014 PREPARATION! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are a few tips to help you break this\ngargantuan task into smaller, attainable tasks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

First things first: congratulations on your\nmove! This is an exciting time \u2014 despite all the craziness \u2014 and I\nhope you take a moment to really appreciate it all. Take it all in. Next, it\u2019s\ntime to map out a plan. Grab that notebook and let\u2019s draw the blueprints for\nplan \u201cMoving Possible\u201d.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

PLAN\nAHEAD, GIVE YOURSELF TIME<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remax suggests planning\na move at least six weeks in advance<\/a> is best. By giving\nyourself plenty of time, Remax says, you can give yourself the time necessary\nto \u201cedit\u201d your belongings. This way, you are only moving the things you\nactually want to keep and use in your new home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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DECLUTTER\nAS YOU GO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create a designated bin, box or bag for\ndonations, trash and keep, and start in your most un-used space. For me, this\nwould be the garage, basement and closets \u2014 AKA impromptu storage units. I\nknow I won\u2019t be needing to access the things I do wind up keeping from these\nspaces straight away, so they are safe to be packed up earlier on in the grand\nscheme of things. Plus, I\u2019ll probably be throwing away or donating the most\nfrom these areas, anyway. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

COLLECT\nFREE BOXES <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in these first few weeks that you can\nstart collecting boxes from local shops. A lot of establishments are more than\nthrilled to give you free pickings of their seemingly endless supply of boxes.\nI suggest picking boxes up from liquor stores \u2014 especially Superstore or\nLoblaws, as they seem to have more available. Wine boxes are the perfect size\nto move heavy items, such as books because you can\u2019t overpack them. And they\nwon\u2019t destroy your back, or your mover\u2019s back, on the big day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With that being said, it\u2019s time to start\nlooking for a moving company \u2014 if that\u2019s the route you intend on taking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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FINDING\nTHE RIGHT MOVING COMPANY <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask friends and family who have recently moved\nif they have any good recommendations and read reviews online. Online reviews\nfrom reputable sources can seriously be a lifesaver. Checking the Better\nBusiness Bureau is another way to ensure you are getting the best company to\nhandle your belongings. It\u2019s OK to shop around and ask for quotes and\nestimates. Be sure to ask questions about hidden fees, contracts and insurance\nthat will cover your stuff in case of losses and damage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

PREVENTING\nLOSS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for loss prevention tricks, Updater.com\u2019s Most Epic Moving Checklist<\/a> suggests\ncompiling all of your important documents on a cloud-based service in case\nanything goes missing or is temporarily buried in the bottom of that\nlast-to-be-opened box. They also encourage people to keep all important\npersonal records such as birth certificates and government-issued ID in a\nportable folder that you can carry with you in your vehicle on the big day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also be sure to keep an ongoing document on\nGoogle Docs, or a similar platform, to compile all of your moving-related costs\nand expenses. This could come in handy come tax season for deductions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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PACKING\nUP <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the moving day approaches and it\u2019s time to\nstart packing the more high-traffic areas of your home, Remax suggests packing\nitems you will need first in clear totes. That way they are easily located once\nyou get to your new home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Packing up kitchens always seems to be the\nmost daunting task because of all of the fragile items. Be sure to use\nnewspapers, hand towels or t-shirts in between dishes to prevent breakage. I\u2019d\nrecommend socks and t-shirts because it\u2019s essentially a 2-in-1. You\u2019ll be\npacking up your dishes and your clothes and everything will be nice, snug and\nsecure during travel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While putting your kitchen away, be sure to\ndonate all unwanted and unopened food to help lighten the load. The same can be\nsaid for those unused toiletries we all seem to have stashed around the\nbathroom and linen closets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to meal prep some food to sustain you\nduring those days leading up to moving day that doesn\u2019t require any utensils\nthat are already stashed away. This will help you save some money while skipping\nout on the fast food and take out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The key tip I can offer you for packing is to\ndo a little bit every day. No one wants to have to do it all the night before.\nThat\u2019s how things get misplaced, lost or even broken. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

THE DAY\nBEFORE <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time\u2019s running out. It\u2019s time to finish that\ndeep clean and ensure everything is ready for your home\u2019s new occupants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take some photographs of the space so you have\nevidence that your place was, indeed, move-out ready. This is an important tip\nfor renters as well. You want to make sure that you have proof your home was in\nfantastic condition before the new tenants moved in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unplug your freezer and fridge to allow it to\ndefrost. Lay towels on the floor for any potential spillage. Give this a wipe\ndown in the morning and it will be as good as new. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure your essentials are packed away in\nan easy-to-grab container. These include any medications, clothes, documents,\ntoiletries and snacks and food you\u2019ll need within the next 24-hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Most Epic Moving Checklist also suggests\nto pull out cash to tip your movers. Or for those who are using a self-moving\nservice like U-Haul, make sure you have access to funds for that pizza and beer\nyou promised your friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Be sure to get a lot of sleep because tomorrow\nis going to be a long one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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THE DAY\nOF<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rise and shine! It\u2019s time to move! If you have\nmovers scheduled to come, be sure to be there to greet them and show them where\nall of the agreed-upon items are to be moved. Lay blankets, moving pads or\ntowels to protect your floors and walls. And don\u2019t forget to use these on big\nitems of furniture in the truck to prevent scratches and dings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve hired movers, many companies will\ncome in and take all the preventive measures for you, however, there\u2019s no harm\nin having some extra, just in case. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you get to your new address, set up the\nbed and hang the shower curtain because chances are a nap and shower will be\ndesperately needed as the journey of unpacking begins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now it\u2019s time to settle into your new home.\nCongratulations, you made it! Welcome home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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