7 Organization Tips to Make Moving Easier:

Moving doesn't have to be a hassle. Consider these 7 tips.
Moving to a new house can be a stressful event for everyone involved. There are so many moving parts and so many deadlines to meet, that it can be overwhelming. Below are seven organizing tips to help you simplify your move and make the transition as seamless as possible.

1. Pack wisely

Systematically work room by room to pack up all of the unnecessary items that you won't need to use before move day. It's important to pack like items with like items. The more organized you are in your packing, the easier it will be to set up your new space.

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2. Label moving boxes

Label both the top and one side of each box. Write the room that you want the box to land in at the new house in big, bold letters. In smaller letters, put a brief description of what is in the box.

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3. Determine a "holding" area

As each box is packed and properly labeled, move them to a central area to contain them until the move. This could be in the garage or even a seldom-used formal dining room.

4. Purge, baby, purge!

Since moving normally represents a fresh start, there is no better time to sort through your stuff and release those things you no longer need, use or love. Designate an area to capture all of your donations and schedule a pick up by your local charity a few days before your move.

5. Last minute supplies

Assign a closet or other space to hold things you'll need up until the last minute, like cleaning supplies, extra toilet paper and paint for last minute touch ups. Having them all together will make grabbing them the last day a breeze.

6. Schedule service terminations

Contact utilities and other service providers to schedule service terminations. Keep a list of who you talked to and the date you've scheduled the services to end for reference. Be sure to provide them with your new mailing address.

7. Change of address

In addition to letting your family and friends know about your address change, be sure to fill out a change of address form with the post office.

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