More renters now view moving as a stressful and expensive time. Hiring professionals can definitely ease the stress generated by moving, but it does come at a cost: a high price tag, maybe even thousands of dollars. The good news is that there is a lot you can do to reduce your moving costs and still get the help you need. Transfering to your next single-family rental home can certainly be affordable and enjoyable, as long as you know how to plot out a course of action.
To start off, make your next move more affordable by lessening the stuff that you bring with you to your next home. Considering donating or selling unwanted personal items, furniture, or other belongings. In doing so, you are limiting the expenses of your move.
When the time comes to start packing, look for places where you can get boxes and other moving supplies for free. Buying brand new moving boxes can put a large dent in your wallet, so it’s worth taking the time to look around first. Local vendors tend to have a couple of empty boxes lying around. Ask around if any of them are willing to give some away. Also, check your local online ads or ask your friends and neighbors. You may be able to find someone who has a stack of boxes they’d happily be rid of.
Alternatively, you can choose to pack your boxes yourself, instead of paying for someone to do it for you. By doing this, you can save some money on your next move. A lot of professional movers will offer packing services, but at a price. Save money by not getting billed by the hour for the service of packing — something you can do on your own. Pro-tip, use your towels and blankets as padding to protect breakable items.
Other ways to help trim those costs are available if you ever decide to hire a professional mover in Cypress. One way is to choose a date and time for your move that is off-season or less in demand. Prices in many places are a bit cheaper between September and May and on weekdays. Another method of reducing costs is to get estimates from multiple moving companies before hiring one.
It is a mistake to assume that all professional movers are the same. Some are definitely a better value than others. A few of these professional movers offer transport-only options. Suppose you don’t want to drive a rental truck by yourself when moving to a new state. This option is a great way to avoid paying for a full-service moving company while still getting the help that you need.
Asking friends and family for help on moving day is one great way to cut down on costs. Of course, consider the possibility that people might not show up to help. When you can’t find volunteers, there is always the option to hire hourly helpers. Especially if you are planning to rent and pack your own moving truck, this can be a great way to keep moving expenses to a minimum.
In conclusion, if the reason for your move is connected to your occupation, ask your company if there is a way to get reimbursed for moving costs. Some employers will pay some or all of an employee’s costs, especially if the move is long-distance. If so, it wouldn’t hurt to inquire with your employer if reimbursement is possible. In any case, never forget to save all of your receipts! In some cases, you may also be able to deduct part of your moving expenses on your federal income tax return. But don’t assume that this is the case. It is important to speak to a tax advisor to understand whether this deduction applies to you. Carefully organizing your next move can greatly reduce your costs.
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