When you are facing an upcoming move, there can be a lot of details and loose ends that you will need to tie up, from planning out your new furnishings and decor to packing up and transporting your possessions. However, the more prepared you are during a move, the better off you will be. Here are some tips to help you through your upcoming move to make it more successful and less stressful.

Start Early

Starting early for a move is one of the easiest tips you can use to ease stress and get a head start on completing all the required tasks. If you are packing up your own boxes, for example, you can start weeks and sometimes months early to box up items that you are not planning to use before your move. This gives you the opportunity to carefully pack up and record the location of all your possessions. The process to unpack at your new home is going to be easier when you know where things are packed and, for example, what box includes your bathroom toiletries, for example.

When you plan to use a moving company, you can start early to secure their services for the date of your move, especially if it is on a weekend. Because the weekend can be a popular time to move, weekends can book out early with some moving companies, so make this one of the first things you schedule. 

Keep Records

The paperwork, information, and scheduled arrangements that you have set up for your move can compile into a lot for one person to keep track of. This is why you should compile a moving folder or file that you can use to keep track of, file, and transport with you all that you will need for your move. Be sure you carry it with you on moving day.

Write a list of your new utilities and any details for each as you set them up for connection, such as water, home security, electric, gas, and satellite television. If you need to be present at your new home for the internet connection set up, for example, make sure to write it in your calendar so you can be there. 

Then, place your moving paperwork in the moving folder, which will contain a bill of lading or list of all the boxes and what each contains. If you are working with a professional moving company, they will provide you with a duplicate copy of your transport paperwork so you know how many boxes and items are set to arrive at your new home and when they expect to arrive. Whether you are moving across town in a local move or across the country to a different state, these details are essential so you can check off your household items as they are moved off the moving truck and into your new home.

For more information, contact local movers near you.