Looking for moving tips so you can make a big move to a new state? I’ve done the long distance move three times. It’s a challenge, no doubt.
We all know that moving can be tough. Yet, there are times in our lives where we just want to do it. Sometimes, you’re not happy where you are, or you need to move for work or family reasons. And we’re not just talking about moving around the block! Sometimes, you need to actually move to a new state. When it’s the next state over, this can seem like small fry and simple enough – especially if you’re close to the border.
But when you’re moving across the country, there’s a lot more work to go into it. And when you want to enjoy your life, it’s always great for this to go as smoothly as possible. So let’s take a look at how you can make that happen.
Moving Tips #1 – Know Where To Go
The first of our moving tips…
You need to make sure that you know where you’re going. Now, if you’re moving with a job, then you may have the place picked out and given to you. It’s the same when you’re moving for family – you may move to their area. But if you’ve always wanted to move to a new state, then you need to do a bit of research into where you go and which is the best state or area or neighborhood for you.
Moving Tips #2 – Visit & Explore
Then, you’ll want to visit. It’s always a good idea to explore the area before you commit to moving, just in case you’re not happy. Even if you have to move, it’s good to get to know the area first.
Moving Tips #3 – Find A House
While you’re there, you need to be looking at potential properties. Yes, you can view them online first, but when you’re visiting you really need to make sure that you’re viewing in person and that you’re happy with the home that you do choose to move to.
Moving Tips #4 – Get The Move Arranged
The next job in the list of moving tips, is for you to then make sure that the move is all planned and arranged. And this isn’t necessarily and easy job. You have to get organised ahead of time. You’ll want to make sure that you can find interstate removalists at the right time, and that you’re able to get everything packed up in advanced. Just make sure that you don’t leave anything until the last minute, as this is when you’ll become stressed.
The Bottom Line on Your Move–Enjoy Your New Area
And when you do finally move, and you’re all unpacked, the next step is for you to get out and enjoy your area. You may think that you know the place from all of your research and exploring already, but now you need to settle in and actually enjoy it. Get out and make friends. Get to know your neighbors. Join community groups. Help your children settle in at school. Then, you’ll find that you love where you’ve moved to, and you can really make the most of it.
She has a B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education/English and a Spanish Minor. In addition, she holds a Certificates in Natural Health and Herbology from accredited programs. She pursued these natural wellness certifications due to her love for herb gardening.
Despite freelancing to make a living, her love is "all things home."
Deborah grew up in a family that grew a large vegetable garden and a fruit orchard, helping her parents pull weeds and can home-grown foods as part of her childhood. In fact, she had no idea that she could purchase veggies and fruits in pre-packed steel cans until she went to college and made a food run.
Today, she lives in Bertie County, North Carolina, an agricultural rural area with more chickens than people. She lives with her husband and two rescue pets a sweet toy fox terrier and a cat who showed up one day and moved into the house. Together, they enjoy DIY projects, furniture refinishing, gardening, and canning.
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