Organize Yourself
With the holiday season approaching we wanted to share with you some wise thoughts on getting yourself organized for new moves and fresh starts:
Tip 1:
Streamline — the trash can is your friend. Use the move as an opportunity to throw away stuff that you never use. Sell, give or throw it away.
Tip 2:
Use packing materials that you own. Put everything you can into your suitcases and the plastic storage bins gathering dust under your bed. Wrap anything fragile in sheets or stuff it between pillows. If you still need boxes, ask for some at a liquor store; they’re sure to have them. Buy beer while you’re there. You’ll need it for tip 3.
Tip 3:
Bribe your friends into helping. Tell them you’ll make it worthwhile by having a new-house-inaugural-party. Make sure you keep a positive attitude. If you’re whiny, your friends aren’t going to want to help, and the only company you’ll have left will be heavy boxes.
Tip 4:
Buy markers and label and organize your boxes. Keep a master checklist and write on each box what you’ve put inside (e.g. fine china, shampoo, etc). Color-code your box labels by room — this will make things easier when its time to settle.
Tip 5:
Keep a “last-to-go” box. This should include things that you use all the time, as well as important move-related documents. Throw some snacks, aspirin and water in there, too. The last thing you want to do when you have a headache is rummage through your suitcase.
Finally:
Don’t procrastinate! Moving is a step-by-step process, so get started now.
http://www.apartmentstores.com
these are the 2 sites I used for tips for moving – both good – yours better though. Can I get a pdf download?