subject: Are you moving across the country? [print this page] Are you about to move across the country? If so here is some advice that we know you will need.
Below is a list of the top 10 tips and advice that you need to know to move across the United States of America. In response to this article we hope that you enjoy it and that it makes your experience a positive one.
Moving tip #1: Make a list of your most important items that need to come with you.
Only take the most important items with you. Moving across the country is a blessing. Believe it or not, getting rid of items is relieving and helps most people feel better. It is a cleansing of all of their possessions. You get to start new in a brand new place. Of course you don't want to get rid of everything you own. There are many things which are so important to you that you must keep them.
A simple list of items you need will do just fine. Don't try to include everything. That is almost impossible and will take too much time. Just walk around your house and make the list.
Moving tip #2: Make a list of items that you don't need and can either be thrown away or sold.
Now that you have a list of items you need to bring, make a list of items that you don't need. This list needs to be split up into 2 separate categories. The first category includes items that you can sell, the second category includes items that need to be taken to a thrift store and the third category are items that need to be thrown away.
This step is crucial. It will save you loads of time in the packing process. It will also save you a lot of money on gas. There is no reason to take trash with you all the way across the country. Also by selling some of your stuff you can pay for your trip. This is always a bonus!
Moving tip #3: Moving vans.
This is probably the easiest of the tens tips. Look online for local moving companies. Check their prices for the size of moving van you need. Make sure you get the best deal!
Moving tip #4: Set key dates for goals.
Moving takes time. Not only driving but preparing for the move. Set key goals and make sure they are attached to specific dates. You don't want to be slammed the day you are moving with too much to do. It is always easier to do something little by little. It will split up the big job and make it a lot easier to handle. There is no reason to make this wonderful experience stressful and miserable.
Moving tip #5: Check the traveling time.
This step is also very important. How long is it going to take you to get where you are going? How far is it to the destination? By figuring out these two things you can also see how much it will cost you to drive. All you have to do is figure out the gas mileage of the vehicles you will be driving and divide it by the length and speed of the trip.
Moving tip #6: Create a menu for your trip.
Driving across the country can be really expensive. You have gas expenses, hotel room costs, and food. Food is possibly the one of your most expensive cost while driving. Why? Because most people just eat out. They grab snacks at the gas station or eat at fast food restaurants, which are really expensive.
This can all be avoided. Plan a trip menu. Bring food in coolers. Not only will this help save you money but it will be more healthy. When you eat good food while traveling you feel a lot better. Remember this trip is supposed to be enjoyable not miserable.
Moving tip #7: Figure where you will stop each night and check for available hotels.
There is nothing worse then sleeping in the front seat of your car after a full day of driving. You never get a good nights sleep. When you wake up you are still tired and you haven't even left your car. Plan where you will stop at night and find a hotel at a reasonable price. You will be happy that you did.
Moving tip #8: Set a budget for your trip.
You don't want to arrive at your destination and realize that you have spent way too much money. Know how much you are going to spend. This will take the stress of you when you arrive.
Moving tip #9: Inform people of your arrival date.
Is someone going to be there when you arrive? Do they know you are coming? This step is a must and it seems obvious but believe me that when you are packing you might forget this step. Even if you think the people know your arrival date, make sure that they have it written down. You want to arrive to someone. It will help the process go more smoothly.
Moving tip #10: Get situated as soon as you arrive at your destination
Welcome home! You have just reached your new home. Make sure you get settled in immediately. The faster you unpack and make your new place a home the better you will feel. Get back to live and make new friends!
