Moving from DC, Seattle or Atlanta is never easy. Aside from the physical toll, relocating will hurt your finances, most of the time badly. Moving will cost you, but it does not need to cost you big. With a little effort, planning, and creativity, you can save yourself a few hundred dollars on your next move.
Get yourself online and search for moving companies and moving deals. There are a lot of websites offering free estimates or quote. Be careful and wary, though. You are looking for a cheap moving deal, not a cheap moving company.
It is also good to check for the official website of the moving company that you are interested in. Prepare all of your change of address materials about one month in advance. All moving supplies are available online and most of them give discounts if you buy in bulk and in advance so take advantage of that.
Work smarter, not harder and be sure to use appropriate boxes and other packing materials when packing valuable or fragile items. Clean the new house before you move all your possessions in, if it is possible. No need for an explanation here.
Clean any furniture before it is taken inside the new house. You don’t want to bring dirt and dust into your home with your furniture. Have a plan as to where your furniture should go in the new house. When moving your furniture into your new home, place it where you want it the first time.