8 Packing Tips for Moving Into Your New Summer Place
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As the semester comes to a close and finals week is kicking off, some of us have leases that will end.
Some of us will move to a different apartment, praying we can pay the rent, and those of us who are doing this probably need some tips for the most efficient and effective ways to pack up all our belongings and move.
Well. Consider yourself a lucky duck. You’ve stumbled across an article that’s going to lessen your worries. No need to fret — I’ve got you, fam.
Start early
Packing always takes way longer than you think it will. Start packing earlier than you think you’ll need to so you won’t be stressed at the last minute. Packing and moving will be much easier if you start doing the little things early on — but be smart about it. Don’t pack your toothbrush three months before your lease ends. That won’t end well.
Save on bubble wrap by using your clothes
Don’t spend money on things you don’t really need (isn’t that a life motto we all need to live by?). Use your clothes to wrap your fragile items/breakables. Picture frames, dishes, anything that’s valuable to you … wrap them well in your t-shirts. Two birds with one stone kind of deal.
Label, label, label
Make sure to spend some time thinking about how you’ll unpack once you get to your new place. It would probably be helpful for you to label every box — including what’s in it, and what room it’s going to.
Sandwich bags will become your best friend
Keep all the little screws and parts and pieces in (labeled) sandwich baggies. Otherwise, you’re going to lose everything and be eternally frustrated with yourself.
Take photos
If you’re renting, take LOTS of photos. You’ll want to make sure you have proof for your landlord that you cleaned before you left, and any damages that happen afterward aren’t your responsibility.
Hire a sitter
If you have kids or pets, it’s probably in your best interest to find someone to care for them. I can speak from experience that trying to move with a puppy running around is pure torture. It’ll be worth it to you and those helping you to board your dog or ship your kids off to a relative for the weekend. You’re welcome.
Consider throwing out/selling your things
You’re going to get to a point where you’re sick of packing. You’ll start thinking, How in the world do I own this much stuff? and you’ll be frustrated that you’ve become so materialistic. This is a good time to start selling your things.
Places like Clothesline or Plato’s Closet will pay you for your gently used items. But if you’re really looking to just clean out your belongings, Goodwill is always a solid option (and tax deductible).
Create a huge “To-Do” list
When you start feeling overwhelmed, it’s helpful to just sit down and write out everything that needs to be done. Then get out your monthly calendar and schedule when you’ll get each item done. Of course, cut yourself some slack and decide what your non-negotiables are and what items you’d be okay with putting off for a few days. Moving is a big task. Don’t take it on all at once.
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