Packing and moving to a new permanent home can be stressful on its own. If you need to temporarily stay in a different house or apartment before the move is complete, it makes the process even more complicated. Knowing that you won’t be staying there long-term can change the way that you move your belongings. Make your temporary move simpler and stress-free by following the tips below. 

3 Tips for Pulling Off a Temporary Move 

1. Only Take What You Need 

Since it will be a short-term stay, there’s no need for packing and moving more than necessary. First, check your temporary location’s furnishings so that you know whether you’ll need to pack your couches, chairs, tables, cookware, towels, and bedding. 

Besides that, bring food, toiletries, medications, legal documents, and any equipment you may need to work or entertain yourself, including a television and gaming console if you’d like. If you have children or pets (or both), make sure they have toys and comfort items. Figure out how long you’ll be there so that you can bring clothing appropriate for the seasons.  

2. Keep Everything Else Secure 

Whatever you’re not packing and moving to your temporary location should be safe, especially when it comes to anything highly valuable. One option is to leave everything else with a trusted friend or family member until you can retrieve it, assuming they have space. Otherwise, a storage unit is likely the most secure place. A moving company can transport your remaining items to storage and then to your permanent residence when you’re ready. 

3. Don’t Forget the Paperwork 

Even if you only plan on staying in your temporary location for a short time, it would be prudent to file for a change of address to avoid confusion with your insurance policies, car registration, etc. Also, keep copies of your medical and dental records handy so that you can easily set up any necessary visits with doctors and dentists during your stay. 

 
For a company that can help you with packing and moving in addition to storage, contact Economy Movers of Green Bay, LLC, in Wisconsin. Providing top-notch moving service to customers since 1982, they’ll ensure that all the items you take with you to a temporary location, in addition to everything you leave with them in storage, will be safe and secure. They have affordable rates and offer packing materials to help the process go smoothly. For a free estimate on their services, call them today at (800) 541-0033 or message them online.