When Clients Move

Whether my home sellers move early so that we can stage their houses, or if they move when the houses are sold, my clients are faced with many challenges. Now more than ever they are looking for ways to cut costs, cut down necessities, and still have everything that they want. Below are some tips from the Move Advocates that can cut down the cost of their moves and at the same time get them the service they need:
De-Clutter – Now is the time to clean out closets and get rid of anything that you don't need...that old heavy desk in the corner not being used and the treadmill that doubles as a clothes hanger. Having a garage sale or giving things to charity will help reduce the weight and cost of a move.
Get a ‘Binding Not-to-exceed’ estimate – One of the costs contributing to a move is the weight of the shipment. With this estimate, if your actual weight is more than the written estimate, you still pay for only the amount of the estimate. But if your actual weight is less than the estimate then your costs can go down.
Get full replacement ‘valuation’ coverage – When you move, things can get damaged. This coverage is what will protect your goods in the event of any damage.
Do you need furniture assembly & reassembly? – If you have a large desk, entertainment center, or table that has to be taken apart and put back together, do it yourself to cut down on costs. If that is not possible then make sure the company you use offers these services.
Get a reputable mover – It is important to use a mover that is going to provide the level of service promised to you. Check out the better business bureau website to make sure they are what they say they are.
The Move Advocate is a no cost service that helps people when moving. They provide a dedicated coach to coordinate all aspects of the move, from getting estimates to settling into their new home.