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Moving households, whether it is due to a job transfer or upgrading your home, and whether moving across country or across town, is an expensive proposition. Even when a new employer sponsors a relocation, there are hidden or un-thought-of expenses such as tipping or registering your vehicle in a new state. Here are six ways to reduce expenses during your next move: 1. Boxes, boxes, boxes Buy your packaging tape at a hardware store instead of a grocery store or office supply store. It can save you up to $5 per roll! And remember to be nice to whomever is helping you move, pack books in a few smaller boxes instead of one big box! 2. Truck Rentals At the time this article was written, the following online price quotes were researched from well-known companies offering truck rentals. Be careful to investigate how the company charges for mileage. Another hidden charge that you may not be aware of is that of dropping off the truck in a different city/location from where it was rented. Inquire with the truck rental store or website if there are special promotions or discounts for being a AAA or AARP member. Do call your insurance agent before you reserve any truck to determine if your homeowner's insurance will cover any damage to your furniture and if your auto insurance will cover the truck. This will save you worry and money, if you dont need to purchase additional insurance from the rental company. As an example, you could expect to tpay the following charges for a 400-mile move: Uhaul, www.uhaul.com, 14' Truck, $109 + $.40 per mile after the first 476 miles Penske, www.penske.com, 15' Truck, $429 for unlimited miles, receive a 10% discount for reserving the truck online and another 10% for being a AAA member Budget, www.budget.com, 15' Truck, $452 with a $100 refundable deposit, 515 miles are free Each of these companies does a great job of up-selling boxes, tape, hand truck rentals, and moving quilt rentals on their websites and in their stores. The boxes and tape can be purchased much cheaper if you plan in advance. In this scenario, Uhaul is the clear winner, but this is NOT always the case. Prices will vary due to availability, timing, and distances. And, dont forget you are responsible for paying for the gas in the truck, which can be an exorbitant cost with current gas prices. Ask the rental company for the average mile-per-gallon of the truck when you are reserving it to estimate this cost. 3. Storage When choosing a storage facility, consider the companiys reputation, whether they have climate controlled units (if this is important to you), and what security the company can promise. Having easy access 24 hours a day may also be a key attribute for you depending on your circumstances. If you are renting a truck to move your belongings, be sure to ask what partnership pricing they have with a local storage facility. Sometimes storage can be obtained for as little as $1 for the first month with a 2-month minimum contract when you rent a truck at the same time. Buy a padlock for your storage unit at your local hardware store to save spending 3-times the amount at the facility. 4. Packing Fragile Belongings In an easily identifiable place such as a drawer of a piece of furniture, be sure to pack a complete change of clothes for you and your family members, toiletries, a complete set of bed linens, and toilet paper. This way, you wont be panicked trying to find the necessities when your first apprive at your destination. 5. Utilities and Address Changes Electric Gas Water Phone Cable Garbage Also, if you are moving into a subdivision or condominium complex that has a private trash collecting service, you may be charged for the pick-up of your moving boxes! This cost can be $25 or much higher, depending on the number of boxes. Check this out before putting your boxes out at the curb. You may want to consider donating your boxes to a new neighbor with a For Sale sign in front of their home. In addition canceling and starting new utility services, dont forget to change your address with your: Bank Credit Cards Utility Companies Insurance Companies Doctors Magazines U.S. Post Office (at your old location) 6. Save ALL Moving Receipts Moving even the simplest of households can be expensive. Save yourself a lot of stress and money by planning far in advance of your move. ABOUT ONE PAYCHECK AT A TIME, INC. One Paycheck at a Time Inc. is the leading source for sensible debt reduction solutions. Its products include the One Paycheck at a Time paperback (ISBN: 1591133327), as well as an ebook format, and the eTools program. The author of the book and president of the company, Kimberly A. Griffiths, has been through the vicious cycle of debt herself and has made it her personal goal to share her experience to help others. More information can be found about the company and its products at http://www.OnePaycheckataTime.com See Also: Term Life Insurance - Save Money the Smart Way Why Bother With Farmers Auto Insurance? Is A Cheap Life Insurance Policy Right For You And Your Family? Life Insurance Leads, Insurance Leads, and the Online Lead Generation Business |
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