To balance your budget, consider not only how much you plan to save, but also how much you can earn along the way.
While your day-to-day expenses will continue during your move preparation, you can also cut some extra expenses to save some money. Eating out or splurging on small purchases can wait until you move to your new neighborhood if having more money will make the transition easier. In the long run, it’s worthwhile.
When it comes to packing materials, consider how you want to approach the move. You can save money by obtaining free used boxes from your local grocery, liquor, or book store, which will reduce your costs. You can also buy plastic storage boxes, which will not only help with your move but will also serve as storage and protective boxes in your new home.
Use clothes, rags, or towels to pad your fragile items to save money on packing materials. You can also transport items without using boxes by using suitcases, duffel bags, and dresser drawers.
Of course, it’s not all spend-spend-spend as you go through the process. There may be opportunities to earn some money as well. Will all of your furniture fit in your new place, or will you have to sell some? Are you relocating to a warmer climate and have winter clothes that will not be worn? Perhaps you can sell them on consignment. Those must-have small kitchen appliances that have barely been taken out of their packaging? Try selling on Facebook Marketplace to see if you can recoup some money.
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