We all want to save money wherever we can, and in a major event like moving house, we know that keeping our costs as low as possible is extra important. Moving expenses can build up to create an extreme dent in your bank account and even ruin your savings if you’re not mindful of what you’re spending.
While some costs are inevitable, there are a few tips and tricks you can use to reduce your spending in various areas. Keep reading for five simple ways to save.
1. Plan Ahead
Getting started early on will not only make things less stressful and more manageable, but it can also help you save a few bucks. The earlier you start, the more availability you’ll find in terms of movers and other services, so you’re less likely to be pushed into a corner that sends you over budget.
If you’re moving long-distance, you’ll also need to research the best auto transport companies, since this option will be best for the long-term effects on your vehicle.
2. Move Off-Season
If you happen to have the luxury of choosing when to schedule your move, choosing the winter months to move can actually save you money.
Though it might be a little unpleasant to work in the cold, many companies charge lower rates during the off-season months, and you’ll even find better availability. This means more options for you and less money spent on your move overall. As a bonus, you won’t be carrying boxes in the sweltering summer heat.
3. Rent a Truck
If you’re up for the labour, you could skip the movers and simply rent a truck. This will entail a lot of hard work – you’ll need to pack all your boxes, load and offload them onto the truck and get everything settled in your new home on your own.
However, for those on a tight budget, this sacrifice is well worth the amount of money you can save by simply doing the work yourself. Rope in a few friends to help you in exchange for a pizza and a few beers.
4. Get Your Own Supplies
While you’re doing the work yourself, put in a little extra time and effort to find packing supplies instead of ordering them from your moving company.
You should easily be able to find free boxes for packing around your neighbourhood. Check out groceries and restaurants, and even ask on online forums and group chats about anyone who has moved recently and needs to get rid of boxes.
5. Create a Meal Plan
We all know that feeding ourselves and our families during a move can be tiring and sometimes even impossible. When your whole kitchen is packed away in boxes, dining out may seem like the only option.
Consider making some freezer meals in the weeks leading up to your move that you’ll easily be able to throw in a crockpot or simply reheat on the busiest days when you’re tempted to grab takeout. You can save cash by simply leaving out a few plates and forks to use in those final days.
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