Don’t automatically pack up everything in the office. After a certain amount of time, we all accrue junk we will never use again, but it still gathers dust in our offices Consider holding a garage sale or making a donation to a local thrift store before moving to get rid of some of this dead weight. Moving costs are generally calculated by the weight or the time it takes to load, so don’t waste money shipping items you would never miss anyway. Likewise, it doesn’t pay to store items you don’t need. Before packing and moving your belongings into a storage unit or storage facility, weed out items you don’t want. Remember, there is very limited space in storage containers, mini storage units, portable storage or storage rental containers and you don’t want to pay to store more furniture space or boxes than you need. Think Beyond the Move.

Advance planning and organization will reduce the stress of moving. Keep all documents related to your move in one easily accessible location. Develop a folder, notebook or even a daily planner to keep track of important phone numbers and documents. Referrals for new services, maps of your new town and contact information for old friends are just a few more things that you may want to stash in your organizer. Do Your Homework Before You Sign an Agreement with a Moving Company

When you’re seriously considering a moving company, check all necessary credentials before you sign. Verify the certificate of authority (DOT number) through the Department of Transportation and CAL-T certification through the California Public Utilities Commission.