When you reach retirement age, you may wish to move into a smaller or easier-to-navigate home - perhaps one with all the rooms on the same level. If you become ill, your adult children may even be able to assist you. Or you may just want to spend more time with your grandchildren. The following tips can help you with your home removal:
1. Downsize Your Belongings
Start by selecting the items that are most important to you. Your new home will have a place for them. Give your mementos to your children or loved ones if some will not fit in your new home but you want them to remain in the family.
Consider storing them with your removalist through removals and storage, so you can access them whenever you like, this is especially important for interstate removals. If you find room for them in your new home, you can have your removalist bring them over.
2. Take Your Time
Getting started early and doing little bits every day will make it easier. It can be emotionally draining to move from a home you've known for a lifetime, so take it one step at a time. Even a drawer or a cabinet a day will do. Taking small steps every day will eventually lead to accomplishment.
3. Make a floor plan for your new house
The dimensions of each room in your new home should be provided to you by your real estate agent if you are downsizing. It is possible that you will have to buy smaller furniture to fit into your new space. Consider selling the items you don't take with you on eBay or Gumtree if your loved ones don't want them. If you don't sell a piece, consider donating it to your favourite charity.
4. Notify family members and important contacts
You should let your family, friends, and healthcare providers know where you are moving. Let your banks and Australia Post know that you are moving. Decide to have your utilities turned off at your old home and to have them turned on when you arrive at your new home.
5. Utilize the available resources
During the packing or moving process, welcome your family and friends who may be willing to help you sort through your belongings, pack, or provide food. It may be a good idea to ask your removalist if they offer movers and packers services to handle the packing for you. The cost of this service may surprise you, and you'll save time and stress by taking advantage of it.
It's okay to feel alone. Ensure that you receive all the assistance you need. You've worked hard your whole life. Enjoy an easy move as a reward for your efforts. Get more moving tips or book a removal with City Removalists if you are considering a removalist in Parramatta.