In Part I of Mission Viejo Relocation Tips, we talked about strategic planning, choosing a good relocation realtor and house hunting. In this blog, we’ll talk about packing and moving details. If your relocation is taking you to another state, this is your golden opportunity to organize and get rid of stuff that has been clogging up your storage areas for years.
First off, is it garbage or is it good stuff? Here are 4 good tips.
1.) Us the two year rule. If you haven’t used it, or looked at it, for the past two years, then you should probably get rid of it… relocation is tuff enough without having to drag this stuff around with you.
2.) The “Junk Drawer”. Every house has one. Some homes will have more than one (ouch!). It could be a drawer, shelf, basket etc. that holds stuff of emptied pockets and items that have not other spot. Save your back, and throw this stuff away.
3.) Check the expiration date. Check the refrigerator, cabinets and pantries for food, prescriptions, vitamins and toiletries and throw out everything that’s past the date.
4.) If it’s broke – don’t’ fix it! Every garage or storage area has some things that are broken. As you find these items, ask yourself if your really going to fix it. If not, throw it away, for this will help to make your relocation less stressful.
This next section is about how to pack for your relocation to Mission Viejo. In the long run, it pays to purchase the right packing materials. Here’s a list: 1.) Sturdy cardboard boxes – various sizes. 2.) Packing tape and dispenser. Use heavy duty packing tape not masking tape. Those dispensers save a lot of time. 3.) Bubble wrap and packing paper – if it’s valuable, you don’t want the relocation to cost you more money in broken valuables. 4.) Box cutter. 5.) Small tool kit.
Here are some tips on how to pack efficiently for your Mission Viejo relocation. Pack one room at a time and label each box with the contents, and it’s destination (ie; kitchen, bath). Put heavy items in smaller boxes so you won’t hurt your back. Don’t put tape on painted wood surfaces. Double box fragile items and add plenty of cushioning (ie bubble wrap) When loading the moving truck, make sure the items you need least are loaded first.
If your hiring a moving company, shop around and ask for some referrals. Get three bids and try to elliminate any open ended items in the quotation.
Relocation can be a stressful time, but planning ahead will help to smooth things out. can reduce some of the stresses. The good news is, your future relocation to Mission Viejo will bring you to one of the best cities in America… for here you’ll find friendly neighbors, great schools, very low, perfect weather, tons of year round recreation, and a beautiful setting. If you would like to know more about us and our Mission Viejo Relocation Realtor services, please visit our website at: Mission Viejo Realtor.
