Top 10 Mistakes When Moving.
Buying a Home In Saratoga Springs.
Avoid these common mistakes to make a smart move in Saratoga Springs.
By: House Detective
1. Making the move to Saratoga Springs without a plan. Whether you're buying a home right next door or across the Country it is important to prepare. Without preparing for the move you are bound to overlook major details or costly mistakes. Relieve last minute stress by creating a checklist and schedule.
2. Hiring the wrong moving company in Saratoga Springs. By hiring the right company to move in Saratoga Springs, it can save you time and stress. Here are some tips to hiring a legitimate moving company for Saratoga Springs:
- Receive recommendations from family and friends.
- Look at the companies license, credentials, and track record.
- Get estimates from at least 3 different moving companies.
- Understand some rates are really too good to be true.
- Try to avoid companies that require a large down payment or deposit.
3. Not forming a budget. Sometimes it is easy to get wrapped up in the costs of buying or selling a home and we forget to factor in the costs of moving. Some things to consider with the costs of moving include:
- Moving crew and/or van
- Tape and Boxes
- When moving across the Country to Saratoga Springs remember to consider lodging and food
Try to remember to save tax receipts, as they can be a tax write off.
4. Packing inadequately. Lets face it, packing can be a pain. However, when not packing properly you can make costly mistakes.
6. Disclose everything. Be sure to give all the information regarding the move, access to the property, and any obstacles they may encounter.
7. Signing the inventory list before reviewing it. The inventory sheet confirms that all of your items were packed and placed on the moving vehicle. If you see any damages or things missing note this on the inventory sheet.
8. Forgetting pets. Don't forget to make arrangements for your pets. While traveling you may want to look into pet friendly lodging. If you are just moving across town you may want to look into pet daycare.
9. Packing things you don't need. Many of us have the habit of just packing everything even though we may not have used it in many years, or at all. Try having a garage sale to get rid of the things that you will not use in your new home. The things you don't end up selling give to charity or family.
10. Moving at the wrong time. Fall is a great time to move as it is off peak season. You want to try to avoid the winter. Summer is the busiest time for moving companies. Companies tend to be booked in advance.
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