How to Save Money on Moving

Moving, while exciting, is one of the most stressful events in life. So in addition to all that stress and anxiety, there is no need to add expense. It can be done much cheaper than you think, whether you’re moving across the country or just across the city. The number one ingredient in the less stressed and expensive moving recipe is organization… but there is more that you can do. Let’s look at these six ways to save money when moving to or from Eagle Idaho

1. Shop For and Research Movers

Hiring movers that are the best fit for you – not just the cheapest – is a good way to save money on your move.

Get bids from multiple firms and make sure they are comparable firms offering similar services. Then do some digging online by checking reviews on reputable review sites from third parties. You can save money by using reliable, reputable movers because the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration receives more than 4,000 complaints about interstate movement fraud every year. In short, reputation can save you money.

2. Move at the Best Time

Moving at the best time can also save money on moving to or from Idaho as moving is largely a seasonal affair. If you plan your move at a time that doesn’t fall into the moving peak season, you’re going to save a good bit of money. Business is slow and prices are often lowered by movers. So try to plan your move between October and April, not the summer months.

3. Lighten the Load

Another way to save money when moving to or from Eagle Idaho is to get rid of some things. The more stuff you have, the more you’ll have to move around. Start the process of getting rid of things you don’t need by removing large items such as furniture (which, of course, costs more to move) and then work your way down to smaller items such as kitchen utensils, clothes and books. You can’t do anything about the distance, but you can reduce the weight and the number of boxes.

4. Save on Boxes

You can also save more than you think by economizing on boxes. It will cost the most to move boxes supplied by the mover. By buying your own moving boxes, you can save money on your move, which will just as well serve the purpose.  Just make sure the store gets permission and the boxes are in good shape.

5. So Your Own Packing

It’s not a lot of fun and it’s pretty labor intensive, but you can save money when you move to or from Idaho , sometimes substantially. But you need to pack carefully and properly because your boxes will be inspected by the movers to ensure proper packing.  Use clean undamaged boxes, use paper packaging and bubble wrap, seal the boxes completely, and clearly label them.

6. Talk to Your Agent

And remember that your real estate agent can help with your move by hooking you up with the professionals you need, like reputable moving businesses. So be sure to talk to your agent about saving money when moving to or from Idaho . A wealth of knowledge can be your local agent to help make your move less stressful and less expensive.