Packing your own belongings can save you big bucks when moving.
Moving can be a stressful time with high moving costs, especially when moving overseas to a location such as Hawaii. There are some tips to lighten your load while keeping your wallet heavy with cash. It will take some pre-planning and a good old-fashioned DIY attitude.
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Timing and Pre-Planning
1. When moving to overseas locations such as Hawaii, moving expenses can escalate quickly.
Plan well in advance. Moving during the winter months, the middle of the month and mid-week can save 25 to 50 percent.
2. Obtain multiple bids from movers. After obtaining three bids, compare amounts, distance and estimated weight.
3. Purchase packing materials from a discount store and pack your belongings yourself.
4. Weed out items as you pack. This will lighten your load and lessen the moving expense as well, since long haul moves are primarily based on weight and volume. Many apartments in Hawaii come fully furnished. Packing only personal necessities and renting a furnished apartment could save a bunch.
5. Consider leaving your car behind. The standard vehicle will cost upwards of $1,000 to ship to Hawaii.
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