How to Plan a Move

By Jessica Ryan

Updated: January 30, 2020

6 min read

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Would you describe yourself as a spontaneous person who likes to act on the spur of the moment?

Or would you rather define yourself as a prudent individual who prefers to plan everything in advance?

Either way, you most probably don’t like bad surprises, unforeseen difficulties, and unexpected obstacles on your path. However, that’s exactly what you’re going to be faced with if you make the enormous mistake of undertaking a big endeavor – a research project, a business venture, a house move, etc. – without planning your course of action as thoughtfully and carefully as possible. But how to plan something of such a great magnitude?

If your big endeavor involves a residential move and you’re wondering how to organize a smooth and successful relocation, you’ve come to the right place. The insightful tips below will help you plan each and every aspect of your move in the most efficient way possible and build the perfect moving strategy for your upcoming relocation adventure.

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How to Plan a House Move

Planning a house move can be compared to doing a big, complicated jigsaw puzzle – you need to put all the pieces together in the correct way in order to achieve final success. If you miss a puzzle piece or put it in the wrong place, you’ll never get the intended image. Likewise, if you miss a step of the relocation plan or don’t schedule it right, you’ll never finish the necessary moving preparations in time and won’t be able to ensure a smooth and trouble-free relocation.

Here is how to solve the moving planning puzzle:

When to Start Planning a Move

So, you need to make a moving plan, but when exactly do you need to make it? How far in advance should you start planning your move so that you have enough time to consider every aspect of the complex relocation process and think out every little detail?

It’s best to start planning your move as early as possible, of course, but depending on several factors, your relocation planning may take anywhere between a month and a year:

Relocation planning is key for a successful move. — To make plans or not to make plans – that’s a rhetorical question.

Relocation distance – The further away you’re moving, the more complicated the relocation process is going to be, so you’ll have to start devising your moving strategy months in advance;
Move size – The bigger your household, the longer it will take to prepare everything and everyone for moving, so the earlier you’ll have to start planning your relocation;
Time of your move – If you’re moving during peak season (from May to September), you’ll need to plan your relocation well ahead of time, as moving services are in high demand during this busy period and it won’t be easy to find reputable movers who can accommodate all your needs and preferences.

Bonus tip: In order to feel financially comfortable with your forthcoming relocation, you need to be able to cover all moving-related expenses without difficulties. You’re, therefore, advised to start saving for your relocation about a year or so before your move, so you have enough money in your pocket – or in your bank account – when the time comes to put your relocation plan into action. (See also: How much money to save when moving)

Now that you know when to start planning your relocation, you need to learn how to start planning a move.

Where to Start When Planning to Move

Your first step when planning to move house is to do some research and take several important decisions:

1) Get to know your new area

If you’re thinking of moving to a new city, you need to be aware of the challenges and benefits your relocation can bring about. (See also: Pros and cons of moving to a new city)

So, make sure you know what to expect from your new area and how to best prepare for your new life:

Research the job market, career opportunities, and employment options in your new city (even if you have already secured a job, it’s always good to know what options you have and plan accordingly);
Find out what the cost of living is in your new area so that you can plan your post-relocation expenses for food, transportation, utilities, medical care, and other everyday necessities;
Get familiar with the local laws and regulations to be able to put your paperwork in order in due time;
Gather as much information as possible about the social practices and norms in your new community to get better prepared for your new life;
It’s time to turn the spotlights to your future area.
Find out what to expect from the weather as the specific climatic conditions in your new area will not only determine the type of clothes and weather-related items you’re going to need, but may also affect your health and your safety and make it necessary for you to take certain precautions;
See what your new area has to offer in terms of healthcare, education, entertainment, cultural activities, etc.

If you’re planning to move to a new house in your current city, you’re not going to encounter any significant differences in your general surroundings or way of life. All you’ll need to do is gather some useful information about your new neighborhood and find the right home for you.

2) Find an appropriate new home

When moving to a new city, it may be difficult to find the right new home for you and your family before the relocation. Yet, you’re strongly advised to research your housing options in advance and, if possible, visit your new area, so you can look for an appropriate property to buy or to rent.

If you find a place that meets your needs and preferences (in terms of size, home features, location, price, etc.), things will be much easier – you’ll know exactly where you’re moving to, will be able to make a floor plan of your new house or apartment (so you can make an informed decision about which of your old items to bring along), and will be able to take your stuff directly to your new home (so you don’t need storage).

If you can’t find an appropriate place, your best option is to move into temporary housing first, so you can get to know the area and its specifics (infrastructure, crime rate, green areas, local amenities, community life in different neighborhoods, etc.) before you choose a permanent home to settle in. This, however, will make your transition to the new environment even more difficult as you’ll have to move twice during a very short period of time, find a place to store the household items you cannot take with you into temporary housing, etc.

If you’re moving across town, it will be much easier to find the perfect new home for you and your family – just make sure you choose a good neighborhood to move to and take advantage of the short distance to make your relocation as easy as possible. You can find some useful tips for moving to a new neighborhood here.

What to Do First When Planning to Move

Once you have done all the necessary research, it’s time to start planning to move out:

1) Decide on a moving date

Your first step when planning to move house is to decide on a moving date and create a moving timeline. — Time will seem to be ticking away faster than usual when moving day approaches, so you need to find a way to keep pace with it.

When is the best time to move house? The answer depends on the specific circumstances in your case (start of a new job, end of a lease agreement, beginning and end of the school year, etc.) and some important seasonal considerations (weather conditions, traffic conditions, and personal engagements differ in different seasons and so do moving rates). When deciding on a moving date, you need to remember that:

Moving in peak season (from May to September) will cost you much more than moving during a less busy period of the year. Besides, it will be more difficult to secure the services of a reputable moving company during the summer months when moving services are in high demand and good movers are fully booked months in advance. (See also: Benefits of moving in off-peak season);
Moving on a weekday is cheaper than moving during the weekend, but you’ll have to take some time off from work and friends and relatives won’t be able to help you move (See also: Is it better to move during the week or during the weekend);
Moving on a holiday has the same disadvantages as moving in peak season.

Click here to find out what to consider when choosing a moving date.

Bonus tip: If you’re planning to use professional moving help, be sure to start researching movers as soon as you decide on the time period of your move and book the services of your chosen moving company as early as possible – about 4-8 weeks in advance. (See also: How far in advance to book movers)

Once you know the date of your move, you can make a moving calendar that will allow you to organize the time you have left until the Big day and keep track of your progress.

2) Create a moving timeline

A moving timeline is, in fact, a comprehensive to-do-list which includes all the moving tasks that need to be taken care of prior to moving day and the deadlines for their completion. The tasks on the list should be prioritized according to their importance, difficulty, and urgency, and customized to the specific needs of every individual home mover.

In fact, a personalized moving calendar is widely believed to be the perfect organizational tool for planning a move. It will not only help you keep track of things and organize your time in the best possible manner, but will also allow you to break every major relocation task into achievable mini-goals and focus on the ones at hand, so that you don’t get overwhelmed by the magnitude of the moving process. A quick look at your customized moving calendar will be all you need to set clear goals for the day and ensure that you don’t forget anything important.

Click here to learn how to make an efficient moving timeline and personalize it so that it suits your particular relocation needs and requirements.

Make an efficient moving budget, so you don't experience financial troubles during your relocation. — Money is the greatest stress factor of moving.

When you know what needs to be done in preparation for your move, you have to make sure that you’ll be able to cover the related costs.

3) Set up a moving budget

You cannot possibly plan a successful move without planning your relocation-related expenses. Creating a moving budget will help you assess your financial situation and determine what exactly you can afford in terms of moving assistance and post-relocation expenses. You will get an accurate idea of how much money you’re going to need for each phase of the relocation process and will be able to keep track of the moving costs and respond quickly if a moving task exceeds its financial limit.

When setting up your moving budget, you need to plan for the costs of the necessary packing supplies and required moving services (or moving truck rental), as well as for travel costs, insurance costs, post-relocation expenses, and contingency expenses. (Related useful information: Hidden moving costs; Forgotten costs of moving on your own)

The more realistic and efficient your moving budget, the less financial risks you’re going to face during your relocation adventure. So, make sure you calculate your moving costs correctly and ascertain that you have at least double the amount you estimated as necessary for your move – just to be on the safe side.

What to Do When Planning to Move

Now that you’ve taken all the necessary initial steps of your relocation plan, you can proceed with the actual moving preparations:

1) Pare down your possessions

When planning to move to a new house, you probably want to start afresh and create the home of your dreams. To do so, you need to furnish your new place with practical and aesthetically pleasing items, to surround yourself with things that you love and that have special meaning to you.

Many of your current possessions (duplicate, outgrown, outdated, worn-out, or damaged items; items you don’t really like; items you won’t be able to use in your new surroundings; etc.) don’t fall in either category and won’t be appropriate for your dream home. Besides, taking all your earthly possessions with you will be very expensive (moving costs are based on the weight of the shipment and the complexity of the job, so the more items you decide to relocate, the more you’ll have to pay) and very difficult (packing, loading, and unloading will take longer and will require more effort, some items will have special packing and moving requirements, you’re going to need more packing supplies, a larger moving crew, a bigger moving truck, etc.)

Therefore, you’re strongly advised to go through your belongings well in advance of your move and decide what is worth taking to your new home and what should be left behind. Consider the value of every individual item, the type of your move, and the moving cost and divide your items in three groups – “Things to keep”, “Things to sell or donate”, and “Things to throw away”. (See also: How to declutter your home before moving)

Making a moving inventory is an essential part of moving planning. — A detailed moving inventory will be of great help to you throughout the entire relocation process.

Get rid of the items from the last two groups before the relocation and begin preparing the rest of your belongings for moving.

2) Make a moving inventory

Once you decide which of your belongings to take with you and which ones to leave behind, it’s time to create a moving inventory. Make a detailed list of the items you have for moving and include all the relevant information about them – their type, distinctive features (material, make, model number, etc.), estimated value, destination room, and, most importantly, a statement of their current condition together with sufficient evidence (photos, warranties, quality certificates, appraisal statements, etc.).

Your inventory list will help you estimate the final cost of your move and keep track of your possessions throughout the entire relocation process.

You can find more details on how to make a moving inventory here.

3) Ensure moving help

Regardless of whether you’re planning to move to another state or just to another neighborhood in your current city, you cannot possibly relocate your entire household on your own – you need help:

Hiring a professional moving company is your best bet, especially when moving out of state – the experts will have the appropriate moving equipment, extensive experience, and professional know-how to handle your move in the safest and most efficient way possible. You’re recommended to fill in a moving quote to get in touch with several reputable moving companies, request in-home estimates of your moving costs, compare the offers, research the movers that seem to best suit your needs, and choose the right relocation partner for you;
Of course, renting a moving vehicle and transporting your belongings to your new address by yourself is also a viable option, especially if you’re moving short distance. If you decide on a self-move, however, make sure you enlist the help of reliable friends as you won’t be able to lift and carry your heavy furniture and other bulky household items on your own.

4) Get appropriate packing supplies

Your moving inventory will help you determine what type of packing supplies and how many of them you’re going to need to prepare your items for shipment. Make sure you get the necessary packing materials well ahead of time, so you can start the packing process as early as possible:

Buy quality packing materials (brand new moving boxes, bubble wrap, packing paper, packing peanuts, foam sheets, etc.) for your more delicate and more valuable possessions;
Look for free packing supplies (used cardboard boxes and bubble wrap, end rolls of newsprint, etc.), so you can lower your packing expenses;
Use alternative packing materials you already own – suitcases, backpacks, bags, baskets, buckets, bins and crates instead of moving boxes, old newspapers and magazines instead of packing paper, shredded office paper and balls of yarn instead of packing peanuts, old clothes, towels, and linens instead of bubbled wrap, regular blankets instead of moving blankets, etc.

Packing is one of the most arduous - but also one of the most essential -moving tasks. — Have you ever imagined you’d see all your life packed in moving boxes?

Keep in mind though that used moving boxes and alternative packing materials won’t provide as good protection to your items as specialized packing supplies and be extra careful when packing your belongings. (See also: The risk of using free moving boxes)

5) Pack your belongings

Unless you’ve hired professional packers to prepare your items for shipment, you need to start the packing process as early as possible, so you have enough time to take good care of your items and provide them with adequate protection:

Get familiar the golden rules of packing and look for some clever packing tricks that will help you save time and space (and a lot of nerves, too!);
Find out what items not to pack for moving (non-allowable items);
Pack the rooms and the items that you use the least first. (You can find some more useful information on when to pack what for moving in our detailed packing timeline.);
Allow yourself enough time for packing storage areas as they present a particularly difficult packing challenge;
Use an efficient room-by-room packing checklist to streamline the packing process;
Pack your belongings with utmost care and use the safest and most efficient packing techniques for packing different kinds of items;
Devise an efficient labeling system and write any necessary handling instructions with big bold letters, so they’re clearly visible;
Pack an open-first box with the essentials you need to survive for several days without the rest of your belongings (when moving long-distance) or the items you’re going to need immediately upon arrival (when moving locally).

Be careful to avoid rookie packing mistakes and make sure you provide proper moving insurance for your belongings.

6) Take care of the paperwork

Moving involves a lot of paperwork (especially when planning a cross-country move) and dealing with paperwork takes a lot of time and patience. You need to start collecting and updating the necessary documents a month or so in advance, so everything is ready by the time of your move:

Collect and organize personal documents, financial papers, medical records, school records, etc. (See also: Important documents to take when moving);
Change your address with the USPS a couple of weeks before your move, so your mail is forwarded to your new address by the time you arrive in your new home;
So many papers…
Notify people and institutions of your move (family and friends, utility companies and other service providers, government institutions and financial institutions, etc.) and give them your new address;
Transfer utilities – arrange for the utilities in your old home to be disconnected on the day after your move and the ones on your new place to be running on move-in day;
Cancel or transfer memberships and subscriptions.

Good to remember: Make sure you have all the necessary moving-related paperwork, read it carefully, and don’t sign anything you don’t understand or don’t agree with (or any incomplete or blank documents).

Keep all the receipts and documents related to your relocation in a separate binder and keep your documents with you all the time.

7) Organize a smooth moving day

Moving day is the culmination of the moving process – all your relocation planning boils down to this moment, so you need a very good moving day plan if you want things to go smoothly and efficiently. You need to plan for everything – the weather, the traffic, the parking issues, the best way to deal with your movers, the safety of your items, your property, and everyone involved in the move, the possible difficulties, the possible solutions… you need to even plan for the food and drinks!

To manage it all and keep everything going according to plan, you need to know what happens on moving day and how to best prepare for it. Click here to find a detailed moving day checklist that will help you survive the big day and achieve a safe smooth and successful relocation.

Must-read: 20 things to do before moving

With this, your “planning a move checklist” is complete. All that is left to do is to come up with a plan for reducing the notorious moving stress.

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How to Plan a Stress-Free Move

The secret to planning a stress-free move is simpler than you may think – it lies in proper preparation (as already detailed above) and providing for unexpected difficulties and quickly changing circumstances. This means that in order to plan a smooth and trouble-free relocation, you need to:

Research all options, explore all possibilities, and gather all the relevant information, so that you can make informed decisions and adequate choices about every aspect of your relocation adventure (See also: The moving options you’ve got; Hire movers or do it yourself; Hire packers or pack your items yourself);
A positive attitude is your best bet when moving house.
Know how to save money when moving – Moving is a costly endeavor, so financial worries tend to be the biggest stress factor when planning a relocation. To ease these worries and avoid financial difficulties when moving, you can take advantage of some efficient ways to cut down the moving costs and make your relocation easily affordable;
Know how to save time when moving – When it comes to moving, time causes almost as much stress as money – there are too many things to be done when preparing for a house move and not enough time to do them. You cannot make more time, but you can make the most out of the time you have until moving day – and if you know how to achieve this feat, you will be completely ready come moving day;
Stay organized throughout the entire relocation period – If you go to the trouble of making a moving plan, the least you can do is stick to it, right? So, once you’ve organized your move as best you can, make sure you stay organized during the entire process – follow a master moving checklist, have an efficient packing strategy, keep track of things, and keep your focus at all times;
Keep your calm so you can think clearly and come up with an efficient solution to every problem and every challenge that may occur during the moving process;
Do not rush things – think things through, pay meticulous attention to the details, be careful and cautious, and avoid hasty decisions and hurried actions;
Triple-check everything to make sure you haven’t forgotten, missed, or overlooked anything;
Be flexible and open to alternative solutions. Have a plan B in case things go awry;
Keep your sense of humor – a joke a day keeps moving stress at bay, you know.

Now you know how to plan a move to a new house. Yet, every move is different and no relocation scenario is the same as another. So, once you’ve gotten familiar with the fundamental basics of relocation planning, you should take a closer look at the specifics of planning the particular type of move you’re about to embark on.

How to Plan a Local Move

If you’re moving short distance, planning your relocation will be a bit easier (although not less important) than when moving across the country:

You will be familiar with the area where you’re going to live, so you won’t have to make any extensive research beforehand – just find an appropriate new home;
Distance DOES matter when moving house.
You will still need to create a moving calendar, a moving budget, and a moving inventory as they will help you keep your local move on track;
It will be easier to put your paperwork in order as you won’t need to update your driver’s license or car registration, cancel memberships, etc. You may not even need to look for a new family physician or a new school for your kids, if your home-to-be is located within reachable distance (therefore, you won’t need to retrieve medical or school records). You will still have to change your address and transfer utilities, though;
It will be best to find reliable local movers to help you relocate, but you can risk a DIY- move as it will take only a few hours to transport your items to your new address and your friends and family will be able to help you both load and unload your belongings. Besides, there will be enough time to make several trips between your old residence and your new one (which means that you can rent a smaller – and, therefore, cheaper – moving truck or just borrow a pick-up truck from one of your friends);
It will be possible to overlap the time periods available to you in your old home and your new one (just make sure you buy/rent your new place at least one week before moving out of your old residence). This way, you will be able to get your new home completely ready (renovated and thoroughly cleaned) for moving in and to take some of your belongings to your new place ahead of time, making things faster and easier on moving day;
You will be able to take your pets and plants (if any) to your new home in your own car (as well as to transport any non-allowables you want to bring to your new place) and won’t have to worry about shipping your vehicle to another state, shipping your pets across country, or planning a several-days-long trip to your new address.

Everything else remains more or less the same (as detailed above). When planning a move to another state, though, the challenge goes up a notch.

How to Plan a Long Distance Move

Planning a move across the country is a much greater challenge – you need to secure the services of a trustworthy long distance moving company, ensure the safety of your belongings during the long haul to their final destination, deal with plenty of paperwork, organize your own trip to your new home, and get used to an entirely new lifestyle in entirely new surroundings. To plan a successful move to another state, you need to:

1) Learn as much as you can about your new area, as you’re likely to encounter a number of significant differences in all aspects of life – climatic conditions, economic situation, living standard, social practices, cultural issues, etc.

Make sure you find reputable cross-country movers to work with. — Finding good long distance movers will guarantee a safe and smooth relocation.

2) Find trustworthy cross country movers to help you relocate (don’t even think about a self-move). Make sure you choose properly licensed and insured moving professionals with extensive experience and good reputation who will provide you with high-quality services at a reasonable price. Ask for recommendations, read online moving reviews, get in-house estimates from three or four reputable moving companies, find out exactly what services are included in the offers and how much any required extra services are going to cost, compare the prices and conditions, and carefully research the movers you intend hiring for your move in order to avoid moving scams and fraudulent attempts.

3) Decide whether you’re going to fly or drive to your new home. Both methods have their advantages and disadvantages, so you should choose the one that will be most beneficial in your particular case:

Flying is faster, safer, and easier, but you won’t be able to take a lot of baggage with you, won’t be able to transport your pets to your new home, and will have to arrange (and pay) for the shipment of your vehicle if you want to keep it. Besides, plane tickets are quite expensive, so flying with a large family won’t be easy on your budget;
Driving across the country will take longer and you’ll have to pay for meals and lodgings along the way (in addition to the fuel cost, road tolls, and parking fees). However, you’ll be able to take a lot of things in the car with you, take proper care of your children and pets (if any), have fun during the trip to your new home (visit historical sites and attraction along the way, play games, etc.) and bond as a family.

If flying, book your flight well in advance and find a reliable auto transport company to ship your vehicle to your new state.

If driving, plan your travel route – estimate how long it will take you to get to your new home, decide where you’re going to stop for meals and rest (if applicable, make hotel reservations), see if there are any historical sites, popular landmarks, or interesting attractions you can visit along the way, etc. Be sure to have your car serviced before the trip!

4) Plan for your pets. When moving your animal friends across country, you need to:

Check the rules and regulations in your new state that pertain to pets;
Take your animal friends to the vet for a full check-up, retrieve their vaccination records, and request health certificates;
Get appropriate shipping containers;
Decide whether you’re going to transport your pets in your vehicle (if you’re driving to your new home), ship them by air (contact your chosen airline for additional information), or use a pet transportation company (choose trustworthy pet movers who will keep your animal friends safe and comfortable along the way).

5) Put your paperwork in order. You’ll have to change and update a number of documents – your voter’s registration, car registration, driver’s license, insurance policies, etc. You will also need to change your address, transfer utilities and subscriptions, cancel memberships, retrieve medical records and school records, etc.

Planning to move out of state is quite complicated. — The further away you’re moving, the greater the challenge becomes.

6) Purge your possessions. Get rid of everything you don’t need or don’t like anymore before the move and decide what to do with non-allowables (as your movers won’t load them on the moving truck for safety reasons) and difficult to move items (as the risk involved in their relocation is too big and moving them is not worth the cost). Lighten the load as much as you can to make your long-distance move cheaper and easier.

7) Pack as safely and efficiently as possible because your items will be on the road for a very long time and may be subject to adverse weather conditions, traffic accidents, or other misfortunes. Make sure your items are perfectly immobilized (so they don’t shift and bump against one another during transit) and well cushioned in the moving containers (for protection against shocks and vibrations during the transportation); the boxes are sturdy, lined with protective materials, packed to the top, and tightly sealed; and your larger household items are safely wrapped in moving blankets, bubble wrap and other adequate protective materials and well secured in the moving truck. Consider having your most delicate and most valuable possessions professionally packed.

8) Get full value protection for your items to ensure your peace of mind.

9) Make sure your essentials (your survival kit and important documents) and valuables travel with you (See also: Items to move yourself).

10) Say goodbye to your friends and your old home.

See also: Planning coast to coast moving

Planning to move out of state takes a lot of thought and consideration – planning to move abroad, however, is even more complicated.

How to Plan a Move Abroad

Moving abroad will literally take you to a brand new world – a place with an entirely different lifestyle, a foreign language, and an alien feel. Not only will you have to get used to the unique cultural traditions, laws, social norms, daily practices, belief systems, etc., typical of your new country, but the relocation process itself will be much more difficult and complicated than any other type of house move.

Therefore, when planning to move to another country, you need an elaborate moving strategy that will help you overcome the numerous challenges of an international relocation and ensure the successful start of your life abroad:

Research the housing options, employment options, cost of living, safety issues, and cultural aspects of life in your chosen country and gather as much first-hand information as possible (contact your new country’s embassy and look for expatriate assistance in order to get inside information and reliable advice for your life abroad);
Assess your finances and make sure you have enough money to cover the fees for getting visas and other legal clearances, the cost of shipping your possessions overseas, the travel expenses to your international destination, and your living expenses for the first several months in your new country;
Are we there yet?
Address health issues – Find out how medical care works in your new country and visit your doctor to make sure you have all the necessary vaccinations and required medical documents;
Take care of the paperwork – Keep in mind that issuing, updating, or transferring the necessary documents (passports, visas, work permits, insurances, certificates, licenses, financial records, property-related papers, medical records, school records, references, etc.) can take a long time, so you need to start preparing the necessary paperwork as early as possible;
Plan for your pets – Check your new country’s live animal importation laws and specific regulations for moving pets and find out what papers you must bring for your animal friend(s) and if any additional immunizations will be required. Take your pet(s) to the vet for a checkup, ensure that they have all the necessary vaccinations, retrieve their medical and immunization records, and get an international veterinary health certificate. Decide whether you’re going to ship your animal friends to your new country with an international per relocation company or take them on the plane with you and make the necessary arrangements;
Find a reliable international moving company to work with – Look for licensed and experienced international movers who will be able to provide you with reliable assistance at every stage of the moving process;
Sort out and pack your belongings – Check your new country’s import restrictions, regulations, and customs fees, make informed decisions about what to take to your new home and what to leave behind, provide the best possible protection to your belongings as they’re going to travel a great distance and will be loaded and unloaded several times, and make sure you send your shipment early enough as the transportation and delivery of your goods may take quite a long time (especially if you’re using sea freight) See also: International packing list and tips);
Decide what to do with your vehicle – sell it before the move or find a reliable international car shipping company to transport your vehicle to your new country (See also: How to chip a car overseas)
Plan your trip – Buy your plane tickets well in advance and arrange temporary accommodation in your new country (if needed).

Bonus tip: Whether you’re planning to move to a new city, to a different state, or to another country, you can use the Internet to plan and organize your relocation from start to finish. Click here to find out how to plan your move online and save a lot of valuable time – and effort – when devising your relocation strategy.

So, the plans are made and the organizational stage of your move is over. You have researched, analyzed, and thought over every aspect of your relocation adventure. You have planned the perfect move. The time has come to set your plan in motion. Good luck and may your plan bear fruit!

Posted on January 30, 2020

Jessica Ryan

Jessica Ryan is an experienced moving expert and regular contributor to MyMovingReviews.com with in-depth informative articles and useful relocation guides. She likes to focus on the small details that make every person unique and every moment worth living by incorporating non-traditional ideas, solutions, and points of view in her work. For the last 5 years, she has been focused on helping people make the right relocation decisions as she has covered a wide range of moving-related topics. You can contact Jessica at: jessica.ryan.web@gmail.com | Linkedin