{"id":2927,"date":"2022-06-16T04:00:48","date_gmt":"2022-06-16T10:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fourwalls.rentler.com\/?p=2927"},"modified":"2022-06-16T04:00:54","modified_gmt":"2022-06-16T10:00:54","slug":"5-things-to-consider-before-you-start-your-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentler.com\/blog\/tenants\/5-things-to-consider-before-you-start-your-move\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things To Consider Before You Start Your Move"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Moving to a new home is one of those things that we all groan at the thought of. Moving can be stressful, complicated, and if moving to a new city or state entirely, can seem terrifying. Doing a solo move may be simpler, but if you\u2019ve got a partner or family to add to the mix, it complicates things even more. Because there are so many things to consider when moving, it&#8217;s easy to overlook a few details. To make sure you cover all your bases, here are some tips from professionals on how to plan and prepare for your move.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Consider Traffic<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTraffic might be one of the reasons you\u2019re thinking about moving. If you\u2019re moving to be closer to work, consider the commute you\u2019ll be doing from your new home. If your commute will be long, you should look into public transportation options available in the area. Do your research to find the most convenient option for you to avoid traffic during rush hour. However, if you\u2019re tired of traffic you might want to consider moving to a more rural location. In rural areas, there might be a longer commute to work but with less traffic.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Rich Rudzinski, Founder and Technical Strategist for <a href=\"https:\/\/oversight.co\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oversight.co<\/a>, Tragic Media, and Drivey.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Consider Your Pets<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cDepending on your move, it may or may not be difficult to either transport or take your pets with you. Of course, local moves are far easier logistically than long-distance moves. There may be rules and regulations regarding pets in your new residence and it\u2019s also important that you take your pet to get a check-up and retrieve any records that you may need for the move. Consider any logistics surrounding your pet as well &#8211; it is easy to transport your animal if you are relocating by car, but you may have to pay extra fees if you are moving by air or if you are using a pet transportation service.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Joe Spector, CEO and Founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dutch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dutch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Ask for Help<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cMoving can be exciting, but it can also be incredibly stressful. Don\u2019t be afraid to ask family or friends for assistance with the process. Talking to them about your move preparation and planning and getting feedback wouldn\u2019t hurt. Friends and family are usually willing to lend a helping hand. Give your friends or family a heads up of when your moving day is so that they are ready and able to help. If it is in your budget, you can also consider hiring a couple of movers to help you get your items safely to your new place. Your overall moving experience will be much smoother with more hands on deck.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Himanshu Agarwal, SVP of Solutions for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workboard.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WorkBoard<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Figure Out Your Healthcare<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIf you are planning a move to another state, or even another country, you\u2019ll need to take a fresh look at healthcare, finding all the doctors, dentists, and other healthcare providers that you and your family will need when living in the new location. You should be sure to investigate the different healthcare systems that exist in your new location and figure out what the costs of these typically are, allowing you to correctly estimate the prices of healthcare while learning about the quality of physicians. The internet is full of resources and informative reviews on all thing\u2019s healthcare, and, if needed, you can always reach out to friends, colleagues, or neighbors for healthcare referrals and advice.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; Chris Hunter, Director of Customer Relations at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.servicetitan.com\/field-service-management-software\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ServiceTitan<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Let Someone Else do the Heavy Lifting&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhen it comes to moving, there is typically a lot of stress involved. As you pack drawer by drawer, room by room, things tend to take a little longer than most of us would like. That is why it is important to have someone else do the heavy lifting for you. At the end of the day, you will be mentally drained, potentially overwhelmed and physically fatigued no matter the size of the move. 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