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How to Save Money When Moving
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Moving is a big job under any circumstances, and unless you know someone with a good-sized truck and have lots of extremely nice friends, it can be a costly one. But if you want to keep your moving expenses down or save wear and tear on your credit cards, there are ways to save money when moving, and here are a few tips.
Moving Money Savers for Packing SuppliesThe number one item that comes to mind when considering moving supplies is boxes, lots and lots of boxes for moving. Of course, the easiest way to get boxes is through any of the moving and storage company you choose, but there are other options. You can check around with friends or relatives who have moved recently to see if they have any leftover boxes you can use. Also, grocery and liquor stores have an abundance of boxes on days when they receive shipments; so ask store managers if it’s alright to come by and take them.
Another way to move and save money is to use crumpled newspapers to pack items instead of buying bubble wrap. Start saving your newspapers as soon as you know you’re going to move and then use them to cushion and wrap delicate items. Just remember not to use newsprint on porous services that might be damaged or stained by the ink in the paper. For those items you can use a roll of plain newsprint or even brown paper bags.
Moving Savings: Do-it-Yourself with a Moving Truck RentalWhile the best moving companies are certainly worth the cost, if your budget won’t allow it, you can always move yourself. Check online or in the phone book for good but cheap moving trucks in your area, and then gather friends and family for the big day. Whether you’re moving everything to a new home or taking it to a self storage unit offered by one of the storage services where you live, extra hands can help with packing boxes and supplies, with cleaning, and with the heavy moving. And be sure to thank them by having food and beverages available during the move or by bringing them their favorite take-out dinner when the move is finished.
Saving Money When Moving with Moving CompaniesWhen considering how to save money when moving, if you decide to go with professional movers, be sure to get a moving quote that includes extra fees for all of the moving services you’ll be using. These may include boxes and supplies, packing and unpacking, purchasing moving insurance, the necessity of carrying household goods up and down stairs or in elevators, and so on. Don’t be afraid to ask about all additional fees and then decide which moving services you want to pay for.
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