Is moving different for empty nesters? Now that your children are grown and out of the house, it’s just the two of you. For many couples, this means the time has come to downsize into a smaller home, finally buy their dream vacation property, or relocate to another city. Take a look at what you need to know about moving as a brand-new empty nester.
Do You Really Need to Declutter?
There's no universal answer to this question. While many homeowners (whether they're empty nesters or not) prefer to start the moving process by decluttering their soon-to-be old space, you don't have to take this step. If you're not sure whether to declutter or move everything in your current home to your new one, consider:
Some items won't need to move with you — even if your new home is larger than your older one. Declutter anything that's seriously damaged or worn. You'll not likely use these items again. Damaged and worn belongings will take up space and potentially cost you extra in unnecessary moving weight or volume fees.
How Is Moving Different During This Stage?
Have you moved past the decluttering phase? Are you ready to take the next step? Even though you may have moved as a single adult, married couple, or new parent, an empty nester move does have some differences in comparison to other stages of your life. While some empty nesters may not find that a mid-life move is different, others find it easier. The top reasons an empty nester move is less stress than other types of moves include:
Along with these benefits of moving as an empty nester, you may also have a new resource to help you during this process — your adult children. Young adult children can help with every step of the move, from interviewing would-be movers with you to disassembling your furniture before the big day arrives.
Should Empty Nesters Hire Professional Movers?
Did your adult children volunteer to help you lift, carry, and transport everything you own and want to take with you? Does this mean you don't need to hire a professional moving company? Simply stated — no. You still need the knowledge, experience, and equipment such as a dolly, moving quilts, or a larger-sized moving truck a moving contractor has.
Are you ready to schedule your move?
Contact Modern Moving for more information.
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