From packing up belongings and finding a place to live to considering moving options and making new friends, moving across state lines is a slow process that requires patience and planning. In this episode, Chris and I discuss all aspects of moving from Seattle to Saint Augustine. The decision to move to the other side of the country is a major life change and should not be taken lightly, especially when there are children involved. We talked for many months about whether and how to make this decision, and when the opportunity presented itself, we engaged.
Defining a home will make it easier for the customer to set a moving date, since it is not always possible to receive the keys to a new house or apartment immediately. It's nearly impossible to avoid a move at some point, but a cross-country move is a beast in its own right. Meanwhile, a moving budget will need to include everything from a new home to moving across the country and space to store your belongings. But how much does it cost exactly to move around the country? This will depend on the size of the move and the distance.
The best long-distance moving companies will provide regular updates, and it's wise for customers to keep in close contact with moving companies to ensure everything arrives on time and intact. Moving costs can be lower or higher depending on the distance you're moving, the moving company you hire, the mode of transportation, the time of year, and more. After determining what type of moving company to hire, customers will want to contact several companies for quotes. As with a moving list, creating a packing plan will help you better cope with the stressful task of packing your belongings for the move.
By completing this task in the first place, extra boxes and moving supplies are eliminated, which is the most economical way to move around the country. Once you've decided to move, you'll also want to create a to-do list for moving to help you get organized and complete all the necessary tasks. If it's possible to budget for this expense, this is likely to leave more time to plan the logistics of the move and, at the same time, eliminate most of the physical aspect. If you want to get the most value, post your things a few weeks before you move in so that buyers have time to search for them.
