There may be many reasons you need to move house fast. You may need to be closer to a sick relative. Or perhaps you’ve been offered a new job and need to start straight away. Whatever your reasons, there are ways you can achieve this with the minimum of fuss, cost, and stress. Read the simple, cheap and no fuss guide to relocating below:
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Review Your Options
The first step is to review your options. Make a list of possible solutions and ask yourself some questions.
How fast do I need to move?
Is there any wiggle room on this?
How will I afford to live? Do I need to sell my home first or could this wait a while?
Is renting an option?
Could I stay with friends/relatives until I’m settled?
If applicable, could my new employers help?
Once you have listed your options, think carefully about the pros and cons of each before reaching a solution.
Selling Your Current Home
If you need to sell your current home before moving, this needn’t be a sticking point. There are options to simplify the process. For example, companies like DFWSellFast will provide a quick quote, and you may even have a sale within a week. This is worth considering if you don’t have time to prepare your home for sale and you need to sell fast.
Finding A New Home
When you’re moving out of the area, looking for new properties isn’t always straightforward. It is likely to take time and money to take trips to look for a new place to live. You can’t just drive around there in the evening after work.
If possible, set up a temporary solution. This might be staying with friends or family, or it could be a short-term rental. If you decide to rent, carry out as much research online as you can. Look at the surrounding areas and compare rental prices. This will make it easier to settle later. Call several agents and explain exactly what you’re looking for and your circumstances. Many management companies now offer online walkthroughs and so take advantage of this. Gather as much information as you can before you visit in person. This will save time and money and may avoid the necessity for repeat visits.
The Move
Relocating your entire home in a short period can seem like a nightmare. However, it might be a blessing. Rather than spreading the worry over several months, much of which may be spent procrastinating, it will be condensed to a few short weeks. A plan is essential, and there are several things you can do to reduce the financial burden. First, you must secure a removal company. Obtain three quotes to compare. If funds are low, work out what you can feasibly do yourselves to lessen the burden. For example, waive the packing service and pack yourself. You’ll need to weigh up the expense against the time you have available. There are several other ways you can keep costs down. One option is to rent a van only. If friend and family can help you move, this will reduce costs significantly.
When time is limited, it’s important to set deadlines. Work in zones and aim to have certain areas completed within a strict timeline.
Declutter as much as you can. Hire a skip for a few days to allow you to get rid of unwanted items quickly. Wherever possible recycle, sell, or give items to charity. There’s no point in spending time and money moving unwanted belongings.
Moving or relocating quickly can seem daunting. However, it is certainly possible. With some careful planning and common sense thinking, you can save money and reduce stress.
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