Moving Tips and Best Practices

The video provides practical tips for moving efficiently and cost-effectively. It covers decluttering, choosing the right time to move, managing security deposits, and utilizing corporate relocation packages. It also offers hacks for using household items as packing materials and emphasizes the importance of time management and planning to reduce stress and costs.

How many times does the average American move in their lifetime?

• 15.6 times

• 11.3 times

• 20.1 times

• 5.2 times

What is a suggested method to reduce the number of items you need to move?

• Keep everything in storage

• Throw everything away

• Sell or donate unwanted items

• Store them in a friend's house

Why is it cheaper to move during the fall or early winter?

• Movers are less busy and may offer discounts

• The weather is more pleasant

• There are more available moving trucks

• It's easier to find new homes

What percentage of people use professional movers from start to finish?

• 50%

• 35%

• 21%

• 10%

What is a potential benefit of asking your employer about a relocation package?

• It might be covered by a different budget

• It can be a recurring expense

• It guarantees a promotion

• It increases your salary

What is a cost-effective alternative to buying packing materials?

• Using plastic bags

• Using clothes and linens

• Using old magazines

• Using newspapers

Where can you find free moving boxes?

• In your neighbor's garage

• At a moving company

• At a recycling center

• Online marketplaces and local stores

What is a common mistake people make with their pantry before moving?

• They pack it too early

• They throw away everything

• They donate all items

• They forget to pack it

Why is it important to start your moving plan at least two months in advance?

• To get a better deal on a new home

• To find the best moving company

• To have more time to say goodbye to neighbors

• To ensure a smoother and less costly move

What is a key piece of advice to avoid injury while moving?

• Lift with your back

• Lift with your legs

• Lift with your arms

• Lift with your shoulders