Moving is one of the most stressful events that can happen during the course of your lifetime. Yes, it can be extremely exciting, but just getting organized can be a chore! Here are some tips to help ease the stress.
Make a list -- Create an excel spreadsheet, use a notebook… whichever you prefer. Just write everything down! Number the boxes and put a heading on them i.e. Kitchen dishes. Use your list to detail what’s in each box so that when it comes to unpacking you know exactly what’s in the box so that you’re not opening 10 different boxes just to find the can opener!
Have plenty of supplies -- You’ll need far more boxes than you think! Make sure you have plenty so you’re not running around at the last minute trying to find some. Sure, you can pick up freebies at the liquor store (sometimes), but it’s often worth the money to buy really good moving boxes and packing to ensure that your belongings remain in one piece. Tip: check on Kijiji for moving boxes – often people will be GIVING away boxes after a big move, just to get them out of the house. Also make sure you have plenty of packing material, packing tape and markers.
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