The Ultimate Tips for a Successful House Move The Ultimate Tips for a Successful House Move | Page 4

Determine how much time you have before your move.
• Even if you have very little time, a few minutes spent planning and
organizing the basics can help you make the best use of the time you do
have.
• If you have more time, you can plan more carefully and possibly save
money and time down the road.
Consider the distance you will be moving. Moving across town may be
something you can do yourself, using a rented truck for the largest items.
Moving longer distances or moving to a new country may require that you ship
items with a mover. Indeed, the farther the distance, the better off you are
having reputable professionals take care of everything, including your pets.
• For overseas moves, remember there will be such issues as customs and
bio-security clearances, appropriate shipping methods, and storage
issues on arrival.
Assess your budget. Will you hire somebody to move your belongings or rent
a truck and do the job yourself? Do you have money saved up? Do you still have
time to set aside the money you will need? Will an employer cover part of the
cost of relocating?
• If your employer is assisting you, make sure that everything is in writing,
including any variations agreed upon verbally or otherwise. Things do go
wrong, and you need the written confirmations to ensure that you get
reimbursed appropriately.
• Written records are also vital when dealing with professional movers. Be
sure that you get a signed-off contract, that you have read all the fine
print, and that you have full inventory lists checked and signed off by both
you and the removal company.