As we get ready for the Holidays, cutting costs wherever we can is probably something that is on all of our minds. This is especially true if you’re in the middle of a move, or about to move.
If you’ve ever moved before in your adult life, you know that it can get really expensive really fast. So, in a time when you’re trying to save money for Thanksgiving and Christmas, and all the gifts and travel costs that come with it, how can you minimize your moving costs?
Well, we’ve got some tips to help you do just that! Brought to you by our friends over at A & C Brothers Moving and Storage, here is some of their expert advice on how to best cut costs during your next move.
Here’s How You Can Cut Costs When Moving
Regardless of whether you’re just moving to the next town or all the way across the country, moving between homes can be a pretty expensive process. Despite the unavoidable expenses, though, it’s not impossible to move on a budget. From collecting boxes to hiring moving services, there are smart ways to keep your costs down when moving.
These tips will require plenty of extra work from you, but they’ll help you relocate successfully without breaking the bank.
Get rid of stuff you don’t need.
Most people are guilty of wanting to keep stuff they hardly use or probably won’t use anymore. Unless the items hold great sentimental value for you, now should be the perfect time to get rid of them.
When we say rid, we don’t mean throwing them in the trash. You can either arrange a garage sale, give them away, or donate them to charity. Surely, you can find a good use for the extra money you’ll earn at the garage sale. The possible tax deduction from donating your stuff isn’t so bad either.
By purging your stuff, you’ll have lesser things to pack and worry about. More importantly, you’ll end up with lower mover’s fees because there’s fewer stuff to move on the big day.
Use Improvised moving supplies.
You may not notice it, but moving supplies can eat up a good chunk of your moving budget. The great news is, it’s relatively easy to cut costs on moving supplies if you plan things ahead of time.
For starters, you can collect boxes from friends and family instead of buying them. If you can’t have them for free, try purchasing some from your neighborhood grocery stores. Don’t get brand new moving boxes, if possible. They’re quite expensive for something that you might end up using just the one time.
If you need packing supplies to protect your fragile belongings, make use of common household materials like blankets, towels, clothes, and newspapers as alternatives. They’re just as effective, but they won’t cost you a single penny!
Hunt for reliable moving companies with great deals.
If you want to score a good deal, ask for quotes, and get as much information from different movers before making a decision. However, never hire a moving company just because they’re offering you the lowest price. You’ll want reliable movers who can move your belongings from your old house to the new one without even a scratch.
When looking for the right movers to hire, always check online reviews – both on their website and social media platforms. These sources should provide you valuable insight into their quality of moving services.
Avoid moving on busier days and months.
As with most things, timing is everything. The schedule of your move has a significant impact on how cheap or expensive your relocation could be. Moving on weekdays is generally cheaper than moving on weekends, while the spring and summer are the busiest and most expensive seasons to relocate.
Most moving companies offer discounts for moves scheduled during the slower months of the year. If saving money is what you’re really after, you might want to move during the fall season or early winter.
While it’s so much easier to pay and have other people take care of the entire moving process for you, this will cost you a fortune. Like we said, moving on a budget is possible, but it will require a lot of effort and planning on your part. Anything that you can do on your own saves you from paying other people to do it.
Good luck!