So, you’re flying solo, huh?
Packing up and getting out of dodge like how the outlaws of the Wild West used to do it, right? Loner-style. Vagabondish. No frills — all guts and 5 o’clock shadow.
Well, if you follow these ten tips, your do-it-yourself move won’t just be cheap, it’ll be easy.
And by easy, I mean not terrible.
Tips for Moving on Your Own:
- Plan, Actually Plan – Plan your route, your schedule and how you will pack your car before you just start doing stuff.
- Ruin Your Weekend – Don’t try to move before or after work. Your stress levels will reach aneurysm.
- Unplug Your Computer and TV First – Otherwise you will end up procrastinating.
- Don’t Wear Headphones – They’ll grab on everything like baby hands.
- Do Wear Gloves & Shoes – You will bash your fingers on something or between somethings. Gloves will help subtle the blow. Same with shoes.
- Get Help Like Loans – Tell a friend “you’ll owe them _____” to get their help with the heavy stuff. Not living up to your promise will be easier if you move to another state.
- Unplug Your Speakers Last – Otherwise you will have nothing to hum to.
- Use Underneath Your Car Seat – There’s actually a lot of space under there! Same goes for the spare tire compartment.
- Put Stuff in Stuff – If you’re going to move your dresser, you might as well keep your clothes in there.
- Remember: Bungee Cords – Trunk too full to close? Bungee cords. Utilizing your car roof? Bungee cords. Need a drawer to stay closed? Bungee cords.
Here are some tips for finding a new apartment before you do all the above.