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10 key elements can make moving much easier. As one of the most stressful things we do in life, moving can become a real headache and overwhelms most people. We’ll help remove some of the stress with these 10 simple steps.

1. A timeline will be a lifesaver for you. Stick to it, no matter what.

2. Find a reputable moving company. Check the AMSA’s promover for a nice list of good movers. Finding the right company will save you a lot of stress and hassle.

3. Accommodate your pet for the move. You don’t want ot just box them up and send them with the truck. Many people remember to plan early for their household cat or dog.

4. Remember to transfer your prescriptions, phone service, cable television or satellite and other utilities the day of the big move. Forgetting these will make the next couple weeks of your life very difficult and frustrating.

5. Remember to pack the items you’ll need for the trip (toothbrushes, grooming supplies, etc.) before the day of the move. You’ll want to separate these items from all your other belongings. You don’t want to have to spend unnecessary dollars at a convenience store or rummage through a truck full of furniture to get the items you need.

6. Remember you cell phone. Carry it with you and give your number to your movers.

7. Moving is often very hard on kids- so don’t forget about them. Try your best to make if fun for them by packing toys for the trip, or movies they can watch during the trip.

8. Never packed before. Contact professional movers, that understand the proper packing techniques. Otherwise, you may be sorry, as you arrive and many of your items are broken or destroyed.

9. Relax. Try your best to roll with the punches. Moving is never event free, little things always seem to go wrong. Find a solution to them and move on.

10. Usually moving is a good thing. Either a promotion or upgrading to a nicer home- it won’t take long before you are settled into your new house and neighborhood. Be patient.

10 key elements can make moving much easier. As one of the most stressful things we do in life, moving can become a real headache and overwhelms most people. We’ll help remove some of the stress with these 10 simple steps.

1. A timeline will be a lifesaver for you. Stick to it, no matter what.

2. Choose a reputable moving company. You can check the AMSAs promover for a list of reputable movers.

3. Your pet’s have special needs, don’t forget about them. When it comes to moving, you can’t just box them up and send them them on the moving truck. They need special accommodations.

4. Don’t forget to transfer your phone service, cable/satellite service, prescriptions and utilities by the day of the move. Many people forget these basic necessities and find themselves trying to do it after the move and that causes weeks of confusion and potentially a lot of money.

5. Before the day of the move, pack the items you will need for the drive. Separate these items from your other belongings. Don’t forget that toothbrush!

6. Make sure to bring your cell phone with you. Also, give your cell number to your movers, so they can reach you with any questions or problems.

7. Moving is often very hard on kids- so don’t forget about them. Try your best to make if fun for them by packing toys for the trip, or movies they can watch during the trip.

8. Never packed before. Contact professional movers, that understand the proper packing techniques. Otherwise, you may be sorry, as you arrive and many of your items are broken or destroyed.

9. Try your best to relax! Moving can be stressful, but dwelling on mishaps will only make it more difficult. Little hiccups are bound to happen. Roll with it, find a solution when needed and move on.

10. For the most part moving is a good thing. Whether its because of a promotion or you are moving to a better home remember that it won;t take long to settle in.