Physical plan
When making a plan for your move, it can be useful to have a physical copy of the plan. This will allow you to put it in a convenient location where you or others can check it at any time. You will also be able to mark off tasks as they are completed, letting you know what still needs to be done and if anything has been missed. This is significantly more effective than just having a digital copy of your plan. When moving interstate, you need to make sure to avoid mistakes, so it is important to be optimal in your planning.
Plan the move ahead
Before you start with any moving preparations, make sure that you have all of the necessary information. It is your responsibility to know all of the information pertaining to your move and your new home. If you are moving with your partner and children, have a family meeting. Discuss the move with them including why it's happening. They don't need to know everything, but it's a lot less stressful for a child when they understand what is going on. Also, do not forget to inform the people around you, such as family and friends, of your move. Ensure that you allow some time to say goodbye to people.
See if your employer offers relocation assistance
If you're moving for a job, your first question should be if there is relocation assistance. Your company may be willing to reimburse you for some of the costs of the move.
Should you hire professional packers when moving interstate?
When moving over a long distance, you need to consider that this means that your belongings are in transit for a longer period of time. With this, there is an increased chance that something will be damaged if not packed correctly. If you are unsure about anything, you will be better off hiring a packing service before the move.
Calculate your costs
There are many expenses you need to plan for before preparing for an interstate move. Make sure that when you hire a moving company, you get a detailed quote listing all of the expenses of the transport. Use this and make a list of all of the expenses you will have during the move. Figure out how much everything will cost and budget for the move.
Clear your junk
When moving home, you will want to first clear out all of your junk. This is especially the case when you are moving interstate. Clearing out your junk will reduce your workload during the various stages of the move. Having less to transport will also reduce the cost of your move. When you are getting rid of the things that you don't need, you have a few different options. If the item is still in fairly good condition, it is a good idea to either donate or sell it. If it isn't then you can throw it away. When selling your items, you can either find a buyer amongst the people you know, sell them online, or hold a garage sale. Hopefully, you can use this to offset some of the costs of your move.
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