It’s no secret that moving costs a significant amount of money. In today’s post, Busy Buddies, a trusted provider of elderly moving services, shares a simple guide on creating your moving budget.
1. Professional Movers Fees
If you’re still comparing prices from different moving companies, the highest quote you’ve received should be added to your budget. Take note of additional costs such as insurance, professional packing and other services like moving a piano or preparing appliances. Other additional fees you may need to ask about are long-haul charges, accessorial charges, expedited service charge and a shuttle charge.
2. Self-Moving Costs
Moving by yourself may save you some money, but there are still fees that you have to consider. Truck rental costs usually depend on size, travel distance and the number of days you’ll be using it. Also, don’t forget to ask the rental agency how many miles you’re allows to rack up on the vehicle you’re renting and how much gas you need to return the truck with. Set aside money for equipment rental too. A dolly and a loading ramp will be convenient to have, and they can help speed up the process.
3. Packing and Storage Expenses
It can be tricky to determine the amount of packing supplies you need. If you’re moving elderly parents, ask them how many things they plan on bringing with them. If you can, help them sort the items to get a good idea of how many boxes you’ll need. Don’t forget to consider other packing materials too such as bubble wrap, packing tape and markers.
As with storage costs, take the highest quote into consideration and ask the storage company if their fees cover storage transportation as well.
4. Real Estate Costs
These are some of the biggest expenses during a move. Typically, they include lawyer and realtor fees, rental deposits, cleaning and repairs, and home inspections. Make sure you understand all the fees and deposits you’re being asked to pay. And if you’re renting, clarify the utilities you’ll be responsible for paying.
5. Moving In Expenses
Some utility companies charge setup fees, so make sure you have this covered. If you’ll be needing new furniture and household items, you might want to prioritize those that you need right away. This allows you to ease up on your expenses for a little bit.
Busy Buddies offers a complete array of senior move management services. We strive to minimize the burden of moving for our clients and ensure loving and caring transitions for the elderly. Call us at (703) 828-1833 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation. We serve customers in Arlington, VA, and surrounding areas.
