A COMPLETE 5 STEPS PROCEDURE TO MOVE WITHOUT MONEY
- Written by News Co
Regardless of the type of move whether you are moving locally, cross-state or cross country, every move requires a certain amount of money. Though every move is unique but it seems almost impossible. Yes, practically you should have a little money in your pocket when you decide to move to survive there.
The ideal practice is to get moving quotes from experts, compare them and settle for the best price. But, what to do when you have little or no money and there is no other option that relocating to a new house/ city. If this is the case, you must not worry as this guide is everything you need today to make a move with limited financial resources.
Re-think about your decision about moving without money: You need to re-think your decision to move out with no money to find the logical or better alternative for your present circumstance. Ask yourself if it is urgent and if you need to take this step right now in your life? Think further that it can be really disadvantageous for you. You need a severe amount of mental as well as physical stamina to move out on your own.
So, try to postpone your moving decision till you are financially able, so that you do not have to face any problem that carries your stuff to another place. Remember that not just only moving requires money but also surviving there at the new place also requires money, therefore, you should always make this decision only when you don’t have any other option.
Find yourself a job before moving: If you think that there is no option and have decided to move out to a new area, then before shifting you need to find a stable job for yourself in that particular area. Check whether your skills are valued at that place where you are planning to move or not.
You should shift to that place only where you can easily find a job according to your skills or expertise. Unless you are really lucky, finding a job takes much time, therefore, start your job hunt early. Nowadays, the internet is present there that can help you in finding a job with ease no matter in what corner of the world you live in and where you want to get the job.
Ask for help from your parents or friends: It is really hard to move if you don't have any money. To overcome this financial issue, you can ask your parents to help you by giving you some amount as a loan. If they do not agree to lend you a loan then you can ask them to pay your relocation expenses.
Also, you can go to your friends for help. One needs packing supplies to pack the belongings. Ask your friends if you have any. It is possible that one of your friends owns a truck agency, so you can borrow a truck from the same friend. You don’t need to ask for help only in the form of money, pay attention to what kind of help your loved ones can offer you and ask the same help according to their convenience also.
Spend money you don't really have carefully: If your parents or friends agreed to help you and lend you few bucks then spend it carefully. You should make a tight budget indicating where and how to spend the money during the entire moving process. Also, make sure that you grab every opportunity to reduce the cost of relocation.
Go for negotiations wherever possible. Try to minimize the number and weight of items that are to be carried to another place, this will allow you to save some of your transportation charges, as transportation cost is calculated based on the weight or volume of all the items.
Also, avoid buying packing supplies, rather use newspaper or cardboard boxes available at your home. You should not spend money on the things which you can do without spending any penny. Save the money you got from your loved ones and you can use this money later.
Try to save more money after moving: After succeeding in moving to another place, then don't think that now your challenge is over. In reality, it is now that your challenge has started. Now you have to try to save more money so that you can bear your expenses on your own without any family support.
To do the same you will have to find a job if didn't find it till now. Be flexible enough to accept a job offer that does not cover your expertise area. Also, you will need to change your spending habits and try to be a smart buyer by buying only essential items. It is the time which you should keep your expenses within the limit. Try to save a little money for the future also so that you don’t see such circumstances again in your life.
Bottom line: When you are financially weak and out of money then wait until you have a little money in your hands to move or get financial help from your loved ones to have a successful move. This guide will help you move to a new house efficiently, even when you are left with limited money.
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