Whether you're moving in the heat of summer or the holiday hustle and bustle of the holidays, moving is a stressful process. And no matter if you've done it before or have just purchased your first home on the Crystal Coast— homebuyers can always use moving tips, especially from real estate experts. Below are a few tips for moving that can help you in your moving process to new homes in Atlantic Beach, Morehead City, Emerald Isle and make your transition into new homeowner a smooth one:
Find a Reliable Moving Company
Many times homeowners don't desire to do all of the heavy lifting themselves— hauling belongings from one piece of Crystal Coast real estate to the next— in which case you will need a moving company. It can be tough to find a reliable moving company, especially if this is the first time you're hiring one. Oftentimes, your real estate agent has a recommendation and can refer you to one of their own. Contact your real estate agent for referrals on these types of companies.
Make a List, Check It Twice
It never hurts to be too organized and there is no such thing as too organized. Make a timeline for your move and all of the moving parts and steps that will be involved. Break down the tasks that you should be doing each week and the pieces that should be moved during which times. It can also help to color coordinate boxes and keep a log of them with your timeline and checklist. The earlier you start, the easier it will be come moving time!
Make a Budget
Many times new homeowners do not estimate the amount of money it might take to move to a new homes in North Carolina. Real estate agents are always better equipped to discuss the budget of a move and what to account for in that budget— always contact your real estate agent with questions in this area. If your budget is tight for your move, your agent will be able to help you get it down to the essentials and keep costs low.
Get Recommendations
Again, finding the right moving company and all of the other services you'll need for a move can be difficult. It's helpful to get recommendations from friends, family, and your local real estate expert who can guarantee a reliable, trusted service for you and your move. You'll save time and money in the long run when you use a trusted company with a proven record. KCM even recommends real estate agents "provide [their] clients with a list of people [they] recommend, including a cleaner, exterminator, interior decorator, handyman, contractor, and anyone else [they] find necessary or helpful to clients during the moving process."
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