If you’re a parent with adult children who no longer reside at home, you may have more space than you now need. When your nest is empty, you may want to downsize. However, before you hire movers, observe these three tips to smooth your transition to a smaller household. 

How to Manage Downsizing Your Home

1. Remind Your Kids You’re Capable

When it comes time for you to move to a smaller place, you may have another voice in the discussion. Your adult children may try to take on a protective or leading role in your move.

Although you may appreciate their input, remind your children that you’re perfectly capable of making decisions, including deciding where you’ll relocate and choosing the movers you’ll work with.

2. Identify Your Needs 

As you’re thinking about downsizing, consider how much space you actually need. You may require only one bedroom, not two or three. When you’re packing your belongings, throw out, sell, or donate items you’ll no longer have the space for, such as extra furniture, towels, books, and bedding.

Get rid of clutter first. Clutter-free rooms allow you to focus on what to take and what to dispose of.

3. Be Ready for a Little Extra Stress

Even if you’re confident of your organizational abilities, have stable finances, and run an efficient household, moving is always a challenge.

Lean on the experience of the movers you’ve hired, but be prepared for a little extra stress. Transporting belongings and establishing a new residence, when combined with the bittersweet feeling of saying goodbye to an old home, test anyone’s reserves. Downsizing can be rewarding in the end. You’ll be in a cozier, more affordable home that’s simpler to manage and maintain.

If you want a less stressful move, choose movers who know how to do things the right way. Wagoner Moving Systems in North Canton, OH, has been helping individuals and families relocate for over 40 years. You can count on them for their integrity and skill. To get in touch, call (330) 494-1321, or visit them online to learn how they’ll help you move across town or relocate to a new region of the country.