Tips for developing a budget when moving

August 22, 2012 - Planning a move ahead of time can provide ample time to create a budget, which will save money when compared to last-minute plans. These tips can help those moving finance their move without spending more than they can afford.

Hiring moving services can cost extra, but doing so can make relocating less stressful and provide a smoother process all around. When including this in a budget, it's important to compare prices for optimal savings, while also inquiring about costs for extra services, like transporting heavy or oddly-shaped items.

For those who don't have the budget to hire movers, reserving a moving truck through a moving company is a great option. Moving items in the back of a pickup truck or stuffing them into a vehicle can result in damaged furniture and broken collectables, while truck rentals can also be time-efficient. Those moving should inquire about rates as early as possible, while also noting how gas and miles factor into the cost.

If placing items in a storage unit, those moving may benefit from using the save moving company for all their needs. Supplies including pads, tape, markets, bubblewrap and moving boxes can also be purchased through these companies.

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