Moving can be a hassle, but perhaps worse, it can be quite expensive. Here, we provide some suggestions to cut the cost when moving to North Scottsdale in AZ and save some money along the way.
Movers
No doubt that finding dream home for yourself in Scottsdale is a big task and for this you have to take help of professional Scottsdale real estate brokers, after deciding where to live, your real work starts now, moving from one place to another, at this point hiring professional movers is where the bulk of your costs go during a move. You can save a lot of money if you have a bunch of friends willing to help out, but if you’d rather not infringe on friendships, consider hiring movers just for part of the work. They can come in to do only the loading and unloading rather than packing, or you can just have them move the heavier items.
Another cost-saving option is to use professional movers during their slower times. Typically, spring and summer are busier for them, so if you can be flexible, try to move between October and March, either in the middle of the month or the middle of the week.
Boxes
If you are packing yourself, you can spend a small fortune on boxes and packing materials. Instead, get friends to save boxes for you, search for them on freecycle.com, or ask the places you shop if you can get their boxes. You could also rent storage containers from eco-friendly moving companies, not only cutting costs but reducing waste.
Get Assistance
If you’re moving for work, your employer may be willing to pay part or all of your moving expenses. Go to your boss and ask what the relocation policy is. You may be surprised to learn that they have one.
Regardless who pays for your move, save all of your receipts. If you’re moving more than 50 miles, you may be able to take a tax write-off. Talk to your CPA or tax professional before you move so you know the rules.
Stay Put
One obvious solution to cutting moving costs is to not move — or at least move less. When it comes time to move, start cleaning house. Make boxes or piles to throw away, donate, sell, and take. That way, you’ll move a lot less of the things you don’t want or need, saving yourself not only money but time.
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