{"id":9170,"date":"2017-02-03T15:00:07","date_gmt":"2017-02-03T20:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/?p=9170"},"modified":"2020-09-03T10:02:10","modified_gmt":"2020-09-03T14:02:10","slug":"5-things-consider-moving-often-overlooked","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.escapeartist.com\/blog\/5-things-consider-moving-often-overlooked\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Things to Consider When Moving (That are Often Overlooked)"},"content":{"rendered":"
My friends have always known me as a type of responsible nomad \u2014 I\u2019ve moved from Austin to Queens and now live a little east of the Valley in southern California. I\u2019ve also taken off and traveled to several countries outside of the United States where I stayed for weeks, and on a few occasions for several months at a time. I\u2019ve had a few friends ask about moving advice and decided to write a short post for future reference. Here is some of the best advice that I can offer to someone who is considering making a move and needs to know a little about how to get started to make the trip as great as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n I like to start with a sort of stream-of-consciousness (i.e., writing EVERYTHING you can think of) so that the pressure is light to begin; then I prioritize from most to least important, then from most costly to least expensive. \u00a0It\u2019s important to make sure everything that you own is on the list, so nothing gets forgotten along the way. \u00a0This will be a great benefit for those who may be making a move overseas and cannot take everything they own with them.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you\u2019re moving for a new job, contact the company\u2019s HR department or your personal tax accountant to see if you qualify for <\/span>work-related deductions<\/b>. There are quite a few deductions that can be taken for a wide array of situations. These include business expenses, moving expenses, and even credits if you have children. There are even credits for electric cars and solar energy that you may want to check into. The IRS has an informational page that covers this, which you can <\/span>read here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Follow David Allen\u2019s time-management method (with a transporting twist): if you\u2019ve used it in the last month, keep it (i.e., clothes); if you haven\u2019t used it in six months but may sometime down the line, store it (or ship it later); if it doesn\u2019t satisfy any of those requirements, trash it. Seriously, if something has not been used in that time period, you really will not miss it at all once you move. Downsizing will come in handy when it is time to load a moving truck or a shipping container if moving internationally. <\/span><\/p>\n (You can sell all of your belongings, not dissimilar to an Eat, Pray, Love memoir, or you can investigate and find resources to ease the stress of long-distance travel).<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you have multiple vehicles or are renting a cargo van, <\/span>analyze what\u2019s best for your trip<\/b>. Depending on your final destination: i.e., if you\u2019re heading across the country and have multiple vehicles, you have three general options: <\/span><\/p>\n You can also attach your car\/truck\/SUV to a rented cargo van \u2014 but I do not recommend it. \u00a0This may work for some, but it can really cause some wear and tear on the vehicle used to tow, and it\u2019s also going to cost extra for general maintenance including an oil change and fuel for the trip. Weigh out the pros and cons (costs and losses \u2014 for example, remember that gas may double or even triple with the extra weight added to the cargo). \u00a0Plus, you may want to avoid driving at night or through quiet deserts (where gas stations are infrequent).<\/span><\/p>\n If you are moving internationally, you will benefit from the services of an international car shipping company. You may need to provide proof of vehicle ownership and will most likely have to pay import taxes on top of the shipping fees, but having a personal car when you move is going to be very beneficial when you want to travel quickly or when you do not want to take a taxi or other public transportation.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n and highlight them on your list! \u00a0This could be social security cards, birth certificates, or other legal documents. \u00a0You can take the extra measure and make sure they are in a locked filing cabinet. That\u2019s always worked for me. A quick Google search for locked filing cabinets or security boxes should yield some that will work just fine. When you are packing to move abroad, be sure to keep your valuables in your carry-on luggage. It can be risky to place valuable jewelry or money in a shipping container where it can be a temptation for theft. Chances are, if items are missing after an overseas move, they will never be found again.<\/span><\/p>\n With enough planning, you can minimize figurative bumps in the road and help ensure that your travels go well. Before you take off to your new home, whether it is local, across the country, or a hop across the ocean, be sure to check the new neighborhood out and find out where you can shop, eat, and head out for a night of fun when you arrive. Overseas moves are handled best by taking a vacation to check the area out ahead of time and to find a rental home before you arrive. Happy travels!<\/span><\/p>\n I hope you enjoyed reading: 5 Things to Consider When Moving (That are Often Overlooked). Here are few more articles that I’m pretty sure you will like:<\/strong><\/p>\n Best 5 Ways to Explore Australia in 2020<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Moving Abroad: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet on International Living<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n1<\/strong>. Start With A List.<\/b> \u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
2. Work-Related Deductions<\/strong><\/h2>\n
3. Downsize, Downsize, Downsize.<\/b> \u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n
\u00a04.<\/strong> Analyze What\u2019s Best For Your Trip<\/b><\/h2>\n
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5. Know Where Your Valuables Are<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n