3 Tips for Moving on a Tight Budget

No one ever said moving was easy, but sometimes the expenses can make it especially challenging. Sometimes moves come unexpectedly and you don’t have as much money to spend on it as you’d like, or you have other expenses to deal with after you move. Moving on a budget can be difficult, but it’s not impossible if you know where to save. Here are some of our favorite tips for moving without breaking the bank:

Move in the Winter

For movers, fall and winter are considered the “off-season.” It’s understandable. No one wants to have to drive for hours through the snow or load up all their stuff in the middle of winter. But if you’re moving on the budget, it might be worth it to consider moving in the colder months. Because movers get less business in the winter, they’re likely to offer sales and discounts during the off-season. You could save up to 30% on moving costs and have your pick of pick-up and delivery dates. You also might get to your new home faster, since there will be less traffic on the roads.

Lighten Your Load

Moving is a great time to go through all your stuff and see what you need to keep and what you need to toss. Think about it. You’ve downloaded all your music by now, right? Do you really need that big, outdated stereo? Are you going to read that book ever again? What about your wardrobe, is there anything that can be cut back on? Getting rid of the things that you don’t need anymore, or don’t want anymore, will not only make the move a bit cheaper and easier, but it might pad your budget a little. Rather than throwing out all of that, consider throwing a yard sale to make some extra cash.

Re-use Boxes

Rather than buying packing boxes new, save the next box that comes in from Amazon. Take boxes home from work. You can ask your friends, family, or local stores if they have any empty boxes they don’t need. Put feelers out on social media, even. Most people have more boxes than they need, and they’re just going to go in the trash if no one uses them. On the other hand, when you’re moving on a tight budget and every penny counts, buying new boxes for moving can be an expense you can’t afford--especially since moving companies know that movers need them and they’ll make you pay for it. There’s no need to spend that much on cardboard boxes when there are so many opportunities to get them for free.

Moving on a tight budget can be done with these savings-savvy tips, but to make the stress of the move easier, it’s worth considering hiring a realtor. A local expert in the Brazos Valley area can help you sell your home for the best price or move into the right home for you within your budget. She might even be able to offer a few extra tips to save you money on your move.

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