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Estate moving guide for beginners in NJ

Author: Betty White
by Betty White
Posted: Aug 15, 2019
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Are you considering moving to New Jersey? It is a great idea since New Jersey has everything you can think of. Its location is just perfect for those commuting to NYC especially if you choose some of the places in Hudson County. Your new home will be well connected to NYC thanks to the transport system that offers many options. Your rent or mortgage will be lower than it would be if you opted to live in NYC or you will have more space in your home than you would have there for the same amount of money. Those would be just some of the advantages. Do you need an estate moving guide?

Is this your first time to move an estate?

Living in New Jersey is great, but first, you have to move there, and that might be a tiresome task. Moving can be stressful and overwhelming even if you are moving from a small apartment, let alone if you are moving an entire estate. Not to mention that for beginners such a move seems unimaginable. Luckily, we have made an estate moving guide for beginners in NJ to help you do it as smoothly as possible.

Plan your estate moving thoroughly

Estate relocation is a big project and it has to be planned thoroughly. So, here are the steps:

  • finding a reliable moving company in New Jersey
  • deciding which items you are moving, and which you do not need any more
  • finding a storage unit if necessary
  • providing enough quality moving supplies
  • packing, transportation, and unpacking - you will find a word or two about any of the steps in this estate moving guide

A great tip that we can give you before you start planning is to start making a diary of your relocation. Make sure that you always have it at hand, and that you write down everything that comes to mind concerning your moving. Also, make a realistic timeline of the events so that you know when you will be ready to finally relocate your estate.

Find a reliable moving company - any estate moving guide will give you this tip

Since you are relocating your entire household, it goes without saying that you have to hire somebody you can trust to help you do it. There are many moving scams that you can come across online, so be careful. Word-of-mouth recommendation is still the safest option, but if your friends and relatives do not have a company to put forward, the references can be helpful too. Go online and make a list of movers (three to five of them would be enough) that you think might do the job. Then take your time to call each and ask all that you need to know to make a decision. You can even make your short distance move enjoyable if you opt for the right ones. Don't forget to ask about the insurance. Leave enough time for the errands that you have to do prior to your move.

The prices of moving services vary a lot from one city to another, so be prepared for that and determine your budget as soon as you can. If you are thinking of DIY relocation, you should think twice. Some New Jersey counties are infamous for their car traffic. So if you calculate the time that you would have to spend driving back and forth, plus the cost of transport, you might realize that the DIY method can cost you even more than hiring professionals. As a matter of fact, no estate moving guide for beginners would advise you to relocate on your own.

Get rid of unnecessary stuff

This step is really important since it influences the rest of the steps. It affects the cost of your relocation and the time you will put into the process. We all tend to keep things that we more or less know we will never use again. Now is the time to downsize! Try not to be sentimental but practical. Separate your belongings into four categories: to move, to throw away, to donate or sell, to put in a storage unit. This might take time, but it is worth it. Remember, most movers charge for their services by the weight of your belongings. The less stuff you move, the more money you will have left in your pocket.

Find a storage unit

Moving an entire estate is not an easy task at all. Once you start separating your possessions, you will probably realize that you have much more than you thought. There will be some items that are difficult to part with and you won't need them in your new apartment. Or, you have some things that you only use once a year. Those are the items that you should put in a storage unit. Find one that is easily approachable from your new place. Also, don't forget to inform yourself about the conditions your stored items will be in. That can be very important if you plan to keep your antiques or arts in the storage unit.

Provide the quality moving supplies

You might think that finding some moving supplies for your estate relocation might be a piece of cake, but you are wrong. You will probably need more than you think, and as a beginner, you should contact the professionals to help you with those. They will tell you which supplies you need according to what items you are planning to relocate.

Packing, transportation, and unpacking - you're almost done!

Packing is quite easily the most boring part of a relocation, but somebody has to do it. The good news is that you can hire professionals to help you pack too. However, if you want to do it on your own, bear in mind the following:

  • Pack the least necessary things first and leave the essentials for the last boxes.
  • Close all of your boxes properly so that they can be transported safely.
  • The most important thing about packing is labeling! Write down the content and the room that the box should go to in your next place. That will help you when it's time for unpacking too.
  • We have reached the end of this estate moving guide. Hopefully, you found some tips that you can implement when the time comes for your relocation. Good luck with your move and enjoy your new place in New Jersey!

About the Author

My name is Betty and I have been writing expert articles in relation to the moving industry for the last couple of years. Besides this specific area, I am also experienced in other spheres pertaining to the concept of relocation.

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