How to organize a move to another city: useful tips, recommendations and life hacks
Moving to another city can be both difficult and stressful, and a joyful event associated with a change in circumstances. This article covers the main points that are important to remember if you decide to move
Contents of the article:
How to decide to move
Tip #1
Try to treat it like a project. Write down your moving goals and your goals along the way to achieving those goals.
Tip #2
Break the move into stages with predictable results. For example, pack your things, find and arrange a new living space for organizing relocation
Tip #3
Ask yourself ordered questions that have not changed. For example, “Why should I leave, what awaits me?” Such questions without clear answers give rise to doubts and anxiety.
Pros and cons of changing residence
The benefits of moving include the following:
- Development. Even small changes have a positive effect on personal development. Moving can radically change your attitude to life and worldview;
- Potential. Moving from the state to a major city opens up new perspectives. For example, another job associated with better working conditions;
- Acquaintance. New friends, interesting people are always exciting and curious.
But there are also disadvantages to such a move.
- Great expectations. For most people, moving is a chance to start a new life with a clean slate. Hence, romanticization and unrealistic hopes are possible;
- Failure. When our expectations are not met, we become disappointed in our decision;
- Separation from loved ones. If you’re moving without your family, you may feel homesick for yours. Yes, such a move teaches independence and maturity, but sometimes the moral support of loved ones is very necessary.
How to prepare for moving
First of all, you should start by choosing a moving date, and then review your belongings; It is advisable to distinguish three categories: those who move with you, those who move without you, and those who move with you.
- Things that will definitely move with you;
- Items that can be sold or donated to charities;
- Things that are best thrown away.
In second place is the purchase of packaging materials, packing and labeling of things. You may need tape, boxes, packaging, paper or newspaper, trash bags, markers or markers.
If things are packaged in such a way that you don’t have to write on tape or the box, it won’t be a hassle. Once labeled, it will be easier to put things back in their places when they arrive at their new location.
As a last resort, order a car to transport things. When choosing a truck, read reviews and choose someone who has been doing this for a long time.
Read more about packing and transporting items below.
What issues need to be resolved before moving?
In addition to packing your things, several organizational issues are important when moving.
Prepare and check personal documents
This is an approximate list of documents that you definitely need to take with you:
- Passport of the Russian Federation;
- Passport (if it has expired, it is better to renew it before moving to a new place);
- Driver’s license;
- Compulsory health insurance policy;
- Sunil;
- Tin;
- Your work record;
- Birth certificate;
- Marriage/divorce/name change;
- Birth certificates of children (if any);
- Diplomas and certificates;
- Certificates from schools for submission to educational institutions in a new location;
- Real estate documents (if some of your property remains in the old place).
Bureaucratic issues
Before moving, it is better to understand which organizations connect you with your old place of residence. You may have to terminate contracts with mobile operators and internet providers.
What should I do if I move but still have an apartment?
If you are renting or moving away from your parents, skip this step. Otherwise, keep reading.
In this case there are three solutions
- Leave the apartment. If you later decide to return, you will definitely have somewhere to return;
- Rent an apartment. This option is good because it provides additional income in a new place;
- Sell the apartment. A real bold radical option. In this case, you will have money that will help you purchase housing in a new place.
How much money do you need to move?
Everyone will have their own answer to this question. After all, it all depends on what lifestyle you are used to and what is important to you. However, it can certainly be noted that you need to prepare a financial safety net just in case. You definitely need to have money for these purposes:
- Renting a home (it’s better to collect money several months in advance);
- Placement of rental housing;
- Essential expenses – groceries, household chemicals and medicines. Here it is better to provide additional months, as well as rental housing.
How to transport things to another city
Transport company, “Business Lines”.
“When choosing a carrier, pay attention to the reputation of the transport company and the geography of the services it offers, especially if you are moving for a long time. Also check the availability of cargo insurance and possible delivery times. If the logistics operator has its own fleet of vehicles, this is a big plus, as it reduces the risk that the trucks will not arrive on time. In addition, it is worth checking whether the carrier provides loading and unloading services. Otherwise, you will have to either transport the cargo yourself or order movers separately.”
We’ve already talked about the need to divide things into categories, so it’s worth being clear about what you’re looking for and what you need. Let’s take a closer look at what expenses you can still forget about.
Once you’ve figured out what you have, make a detailed list of those items. This way you will know exactly what arrived and what was lost or forgotten.
If you are transporting furniture or appliances, first measure their dimensions. The choice of transport depends on this.
Options for transporting things
There are several options for transporting things when moving. The choice should be based on your needs and their quantity.
Passenger car or car with trailer
If you have few things or furniture, then a passenger car will do. Here you can save money by finding travel companions using well-known services. The make of the car may also be indicated there, so you can estimate its dimensions in advance.
Container transportation
This option is for those who transport very bulky items, even a car. Such a container is protected – it is closed, sealed and opened in front of you, so you don’t have to worry about the safety of your property. The cost of such transportation is fixed and does not depend on the number of items.
Truck
If there is not enough for a container, but a lot of things for a passenger car, then a truck is an option. The company can offer both cargo insurance and moving services.
How to pack things for moving to another city
We have already written above about what is necessary when packing things. Let me explain the pricing logic a little.
When transporting most items using cargo bags or suitcases, it is advisable to first check the functionality and reliability of the locks. In addition, the bag can be wrapped with tape.
It is recommended to start packing not with the essentials, but with large items and those that can wait to be unpacked in a new place.
Pack them separately and keep them next to each other. You will definitely need them first when you move into a new apartment.
It is better to pack liquids (for example, household chemicals) separately from electronics and books. Textiles can be vacuumed to save space.
If you decide to transport furniture unassembled, it is recommended to collect screws, nuts and other fasteners in separate bags. It would be a good idea to sign the packaging or put information on stickers about where these fasteners come from.
What to do first in a new place
After moving, organizational issues arise that are best resolved immediately.
- Register your residence permit at your new address. To do this, contact your local Federal Migration Service;
- Attach yourself to a clinic under compulsory medical insurance;
- Re-register the car at the local traffic police department;
- If you receive a pension, re-register with the pension fund;
- Register with the military registration and enlistment office.
Remember that the main thing in this move is less worries, a practical and rational approach. Good luck!
