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Moving is a big life event that requires a lot of time and planning. Preparing for a move is the best way to ensure things go well.

First and foremost, when is the best time to move? Living in the Midwest means that moving in the wintertime is not the best option. While it may be cheaper to move in the winter since demand is lowest, the weather can be brutal when hauling everything. The fall, spring, and summer months all have better weather conditions for moving. However, try avoiding peak summer temperatures when the weather gets extremely hot, because this can cause heat exhaustion when hauling heavy items.

Something you can do to make your move more easy and organized is to create a moving checklist. This checklist can include everything that needs to be packed and done. For example, transferring or canceling utilities, moving pets, renting trailers, etc.

Next, decluttering and getting rid of stuff is never a bad idea. Oftentimes we realize we have too much stuff when we are trying to move. Getting rid of a lot of our unnecessary belongings and starting fresh is an excellent way to begin a move.

Consider setting up a packing station. A packing station means gathering your packing storage (boxes, totes, bins, suitcases, bags, etc.), and packing supplies (packing tape, scissors, bubble wrap, packing paper, markers, etc.). Set up a surface for packing such as a bed or a table. This way you won鈥檛 waste time searching for supplies and you can maximize your time packing.

Packing room by room can be helpful because you can tackle one room and mark it as done.

One of the most important tips for moving is to always mark your boxes as 鈥渇ragile鈥� if they contain breakables. This way you will know which boxes to be gentle with during the move.

Another good tip is to roll your clothes instead of folding them. Rolling your clothes maximizes space and allows for more room.

Always pack your necessities last. Things that you use daily such as toothbrushes, hairbrushes, deodorant, etc. should all be packed the day of moving.

Being properly prepared for moving day is one of the best ways to ensure the day goes smoothly and as planned. This means being packed up before moving day. It鈥檚 also a good idea to pack a cooler if you have space; include water and quick snacks in the cooler. This is especially helpful if you鈥檙e moving in hot weather. Try to wake up early so you can have the entire day to get the move done, and consider writing a moving day to-do list. Dress appropriately鈥攖his means comfortable, flexible clothes that are easy to move in and appropriate for the weather. Also, make sure your cellphone is fully charged before hauling everything so you can contact and communicate with people as needed.

Moving comes with a lot of responsibilities and tasks, and it can be hard to know everything that needs to be done. For more tips and hacks, take a look at this article of 94 moving hacks.

Happy moving!