How to have a stress-free relocation

The very thought of relocating and moving house gives most people goosebumps! If your home search was frustrating, changing or relocating your home base is even worse! When you signed the lease for the new house or were busy decorating your dream home, things were going great, but the thought of packing and unpacking so much is stressful and unnecessarily for most people. So here are some helpful tips to make those days less miserable:

1. Accept the stress – Recognize the fact that some days you will be moving will be hectic and stressful. Just remember that you are moving into your dream home which should take care of the stress.

2. Sort and Discard: Most people have been in the habit of collecting random things for decades! Take this as an opportunity to tidy up this treasure trove and throw out what you don’t need! Less mess, better chance of fighting harshness.

3. Be organized during the packing process: Most of us are in the habit of throwing things in bags. This is not packing! This is dumping. Sort and categorize your things. Pack them neatly in different boxes and the most important thing is to label the boxes. Enjoy the packing process and get organized so that when you move into your new home, unpacking is tolerable and less chaotic.

4. Tell everyone about your change: Remember to tell everyone about your change: gas agency, water agency, apartment office, leasing office, post office, etc. all agencies and public service offices should know that you have a different address now.

5. Organize the house before moving in; don’t wait for electricity, flooring or walls to be in place after you move out. Make sure these basic things are in order before your shift. make the new place as livable and attractive as possible.

6. Pack Essentials Together – Make sure some survival things like basic groceries, cooking gear, bedding, etc., that you will need right away, are packed together.

7. Professional Help: Moving companies and packers are a great idea. If you think you can’t handle the whole process alone, leave it to the professionals.

Remember, it’s your dream home and you’ve spent a substantial amount on it! So enjoy the whole process. Accept the fact that moving will be stressful, but that stress is only for a few days. So keep calm and look forward to the great days you are going to spend in the new house!