If you’ve decided to take the plunge and move to Portland, OR, you already know that you’re headed to one of the most vibrant and fastest growing cities in the United States. But if you’ve got a cross country move ahead of you, you may not be feeling as excited about the process as you once were. Here’s how to move all the way to Portland, no matter what part of the country you’re coming from:
Let Go
One of the first things that you’ll realize when you have to arrange a long move, is that most of your items aren’t irreplaceable. Other than heirlooms and a few sentimental items, anything that you aren’t attached to, can be sold, donated, or given away if you can afford to do so. Less items will reduce your moving costs, and give you one less headache to worry about. Not to mention less things to unpack when you arrive in Portland.
Delegate Tasks
If you’re juggling transferring your job, the kids’ school registrations, new rental agreements, and mountains of other paperwork in addition to your daily routines, you may be feeling overwhelmed, and rightly so. The good news is that you don’t have to do it all. Delegate packing to your moving company, who will not only ensure that your items are packed safely, but can also perform this task with expert efficiency so your items take up less space in the moving truck, as well as less space in your mind.
Consider Short Term Solutions to the Big Problems
One of the things that people face with a cross country move is the fact that it’s hard to make big decisions when you aren’t there in person. For example, can you truly choose a home you love with photos over the Internet? One easy way to get yourself moved without the stress is to choose short-term sublets, which give you the freedom to then look for long-term solutions at your own pace when you arrive.
Let Smooth Move People Help with Your Cross Country Move
Hiring a company like Smooth Move People to help you with your move to Portland is the best way to keep the entire cross country move stress-free. We work with you from start to finish, packing, loading, moving, and unloading all your belongings. You can focus on the million other things you have to do to pull off this big life change. Contact Smooth Move People today and relax knowing you and your move are in expert hands.
