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10 Tips to Prepare for a Cross-Country Move

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 anitaclark160@gmail.com

 10 Tips to Prepare for a Cross-Country Move

There are no two ways about it, moving is a stressful event, regardless how far away your new home will be. That is why it is very important to have a plan of attack leading up to the big day as well as during the move itself.

If you are moving long distance, the anxiety can be even higher as you face many unknowns in your new locale. Here are 10 tips to prepare for a cross-country move that will hopefully remove some of the angst of packing up your home and starting anew elsewhere.

10 Tips to Prepare for a Cross-Country Move

 

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Comments(50)

Sybil Campbell
Fernandina Beach, FL
Referral Agent Amelia Island Florida

Anita what a great list. I especially like the idea of a going away party.  I had one when I moved here, a luncheon.

Jul 29, 2014 11:07 AM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279
These are so important. Greatest and I love your graphics. Nice job.
Jul 29, 2014 12:03 PM
Dr. Paula McDonald
Beam & Branch Realty - Granbury, TX
Granbury, TX 936-203-0279
These are so important. Greatest and I love your graphics. Nice job.
Jul 29, 2014 12:03 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

That's a handy dandy list of tips to help folks prepare for cross country moves, Anita!

Jul 29, 2014 12:18 PM
Lisa Von Domek
Lisa Von Domek Team - Dallas, TX
....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!

Hello Anita,

Moving is stressful regardless of the distance.  Your Ten Tips will make anyone's move so much smoother!

Jul 29, 2014 12:21 PM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Anita, excellent list and one that will help with the stress factor when moving.

Jul 29, 2014 12:47 PM
Anita Clark
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

Debe: That is the truth! It seems the more space we have the more stuff we accumulate, regardless if we are moving in-town or across the nation.

Jared: HA...now that would be an interesting post.

Thank you Judi. Less stress is always a goal of mine.

Sybil: We always had a great time at the ones we had too.

Much appreciated Paula. The Infographics continue to work well.

I hope it helps some who are moving, Myrl.

Lisa: You are right, it can be stressful but much of that can be controlled with a little organization.

Rebecca: Wherever possible, eliminating stressors is a good thing.

Jul 29, 2014 07:28 PM
Women of Westchester Working Together
Women of Westchester Working Together - West Harrison, NY
Women helping Women get ahead

Another great infographic, Anita.  Taking care of the pets is an important one.

Jul 29, 2014 08:40 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

There is no question that whether moving across the street, the town or the country planning and preparation are important. This list is a great start for anyone looking to make a move.

Jul 29, 2014 09:33 PM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Anita, great post, and lots to do when you are moving from another City or another STate.   I have a buyer now from another Country.

Jul 29, 2014 10:53 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Awesome Anita. This is great information for any movers and especially those moving across country.

Jul 29, 2014 11:10 PM
Anita Clark
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

Debbie: They get stressed out just like we do so taking steps to make them feel at ease is important.

Thanks Ed. Moving might be right above visiting the dentist on things to avoid. HA.

Joan: I hope they are following many of these tips and are stress-free.

Thanks a bunch, Debbie. ;-)

Jul 30, 2014 06:05 AM
Whitney Watson
First Heritage Mortgage - Henrico, VA

Anita-A great list that will certainly have anyone prepared for a cross-country move!

Jul 30, 2014 06:40 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Awesome list Anita.....one that anybody considering a cross country move should read in advance.

Jul 30, 2014 11:24 AM
Anita Clark
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

Thanks Whitney. It has served me well over the years.

Anna: I hope many who are in the beginning stages of their cross-country move find it and put the information to good use.

Jul 30, 2014 11:30 AM
Michael Dagner
Brokers Guild Classic - Denver, CO
Your Denver Homes Realty Expert

Very nice, Anita.  Will have to put in the tickler file for future reference.

Jul 30, 2014 12:14 PM
Katerina Gasset
The Gasset Group & Get It Done For Me Virtual Services - Provo, UT
Amplify Your Real Estate & Life Dreams!

A send-off party is a great idea, Anita Clark. Saying goodbye to our friends and neighbors is really hard. It's a great way to rekindle the memories and spend time with them. However, with all the stress of moving, this is often one of the last things that will cross your mind when moving. 

Jul 30, 2014 04:42 PM
Anita Clark
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

Thanks Michael. I hope you find a good use for it down the road.

That is true Katerina and all the more reason why a party needs to be thrown. They are a wonderful de-stressor.

Jul 30, 2014 07:55 PM
Brian Olsen
Portland, Lake Oswego, West Linn & Dunthorpe Neighborhoods, Waterfront, Luxury & Floating Homes - Lake Oswego, OR
Cooper Jacobs Real Estate Group | Keller Williams

I particularly like the part about getting the family involved. It's great when people can fill a boxes full of things for the Goodwill or Salvation Army. This frees up clutter and space and time moving things to the new location. PLUS, get a receipt for good tax deduction on income taxes!

Jul 31, 2014 05:26 AM
Anita Clark
Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA
Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

Brian: Getting buy-in from the kids helps keep them busy and preoccupied with assisting so they do not get too upset or worried.

Jul 31, 2014 05:48 AM