1. Start early- Almost everyone has more stuff than they think they do, and almost no one leaves enough time to pack it. This is really important if you are moving locally. Most movers charge by the hour. Therefore, the more ready you are the less your move will cost.
2. Room Lists- Start by forming two room lists, one for your current place and one for your future place. This will help you manage what has to go where. Have an idea of how you want each room set up. This will also save time and money.
3. Room Inventory- Go to each room and write down the types of things that need to be packed: furniture items, length of shelving, closets, etc. This is a good idea to determine how many boxes you are gonna need for a proper move.
4. Time Allotment- Make sure to leave enough time. The most common timeframe reported by people moving is that it takes a month to pack. One study reported that it takes 4-5 hours to pack an average dorm room, so that should give you an idea of what’s involved. This is really important.
5. Calendar- Pull out a calendar and plan by day when each room will be completed.
6. Delegation- If you’re moving with family members, agree with them exactly while tasks they will be doing and the date they will be finished.
7. Track your progress- at least once per week track where you are against the date on the calendar. Revise your plan if you’re falling behind.
If you want to keep the cost down and have a smooth move follow these simple tips.
*Some of this information is from Moving-Edge.
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