Buying and Selling May 19, 2025

How About an Easier Move?

Smooth Moves: 12 Tips to Make Your Moving Day a Breeze!

Moving into a new home is exciting—but the actual move? Not so much. Don’t worry! These 12 expert-backed tips will help you stay organized, reduce stress, and maybe even enjoy the process.

  1. Plan Ahead
    Book your movers early and let them know about any oversized furniture. The more they know, the better they can prepare.
  2. Consider Pro Packers
    If it fits your budget, hire professional packers. They’ll handle your fragile items and usually pack the day before, giving you a calmer moving day.
  3. Set Up Services
    Make sure utilities and services—like power, water, internet, and security—are ready at your new place before you arrive.
  4. Clean Before You Move In
    If the seller didn’t arrange a cleaning, hire a service. Starting fresh in a clean home is worth it.
  5. Pack a Moving Day Essentials Box
    Include toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, snacks, and anything else you’ll need right away.
  6. Make the Beds First
    Assemble beds and unpack bedding early. You’ll be grateful when it’s time to crash after a long day.
  7. Shower-Ready Supplies
    Pack towels and soap with your linens so you can freshen up without digging through boxes.
  8. Pet Care Plan
    Keep pets away from the chaos. Arrange for a sitter or drop them off with a friend to reduce their stress—and yours.
  9. Accept Help
    Say yes to friends and family who offer to help. Assign them tasks like unpacking, organizing, or watching the kids.
  10. Hire a Sitter
    Kids love exploring new spaces but not unpacking. A sitter keeps them entertained so you can focus.
  11. Hang Art Later (or Hire Help)
    Unless you’re a pro, consider hiring someone to hang your art. It’ll save time and help your new place feel like home faster.
  12. Final Walkthrough
    Before leaving your old home, submit a change of address, return keys and remotes, and do a last sweep—including the attic!

With a little planning and the right mindset, moving day can be smooth—and maybe even fun. Here’s to new beginnings! 🏡📦✨