Let’s Get Moving! How to Save Money on your Move

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how to save money on your moveMoving is not only stressful, it’s expensive! Unfortunately, unless you’re under 25, you probably can’t bribe your friends with beer and pizza anymore.

However, there are steps you can take that will teach you how to save money on your move.

Here are 5 things that you can do to save money on your move. Watch the video here on NECN’s Money Saving Mondays segment.

In summary:

1. Plan ahead. Get estimates from several movers and research your options.

2. Move during the week in the middle of the month, if you can.…

Let’s Get Moving! Step 2: Packing Tips

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Getting Ready to Sell Your Home and Move

Packing Tips

Once you’ve decided how you’re going to move and you’ve gathered all your supplies, use these packing tips to make sure your valuables come out of their boxes in good shape.

  • Use the right size boxes. Put heavy items, like books, in small boxes; light items, like linens and pillows, in bigger ones
  • Put heavier items on the bottoms of boxes, lighter items on top. And if you’re loading the truck yourself, pack heavier boxes first, toward the front of the truck, for balance.
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