Tips for Newlyweds
by Evelyn Pothier


Planning for your moving date six weeks in advance

etting married and moving top the list of life’s most stressful events — if they occur at the same time, the stress can double. Advance planning, proper packing and organization can make the move go more smoothly, enabling the couple to enjoy the honeymoon a little longer.  

Start Early. The following are a few simple tips to ensure wedded bliss continues through the move.

Take Inventory of Your Possessions.

Start up to six weeks before the moving date. Take inventory of everything in your home and have your spouse-to-be do the same. Be sure to include wedding gifts such as china, crystal, electronics and other home items that might be stored elsewhere. 

Get Rid Of What You Don’t Need.

Make a list of the items you’d like to keep and compare it with the list your spouse has made. Get rid of duplicate items before you begin packing. Decide what to throw away or sell. You’ll also save money if you have fewer belongings to be packed and moved.

Determine How Much You Can Take To Your New Home.

Visualize where you’ll place pieces of furniture to help you decide whether you’ll sell, give away or store pieces that won’t fit. 

Remember Important Names and Numbers.

Keep a list of all the phone numbers and contact names of representatives if you are using a moving company, the real estate office or apartment leasing company, as well as the utility companies in both your current and future residences.

Get Some Help!

If you aren’t getting help from friends, check out professional movers. They will estimate the cost, discuss packing and unpacking options, work out a convenient schedule and answer your moving questions. Find out what their policy is regarding responsibility for broken items. Most movers have specially designed materials and boxes for china and crystal.  

Follow a Calendar Countdown to the Move. Create a step-by-step timetable for packing and moving.

Source: www.Mayflower.com.

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WeddingsHoneymoons.com | the Newlyweds | September 10, 2011