Moving to a new home consists of a lot of mixed emotions – There’s a thrill wrapped around the fact that you will be having a new place to live, but also it comes with the anxiety to pack up and move. The happiness quotient is quite high when you are shifting to the home of your dreams. This process at times can be cumbersome and costs time and money. Hence, let’s explore some smart ways to save time and money during the transition.

Here are some of the ways to ace this transition –

Find a home yourself and save brokerage

When you choose a home by yourself through digital platforms, word of mouth or a project website, you instantly save all the money that you would have otherwise had to spend on brokerage! This means you could save anywhere from Rs.5,000 to lakhs when you choose to research and pen down some of the trusted names in the industry yourself. Apart from this, you will be exposed to a lot more options on the website, and this means that you will have more options leaving a lesser chance that you will end up with the wrong house or have to pay more for a house unnecessarily. You can always book a visit and take a tour of the home present on your wishlist.

Donate, or sell items you longer require

Whether you are moving long distance or locally, the more items you have the more the move is going to cost. It would be best that you consider getting rid of items you no longer need. That would mean a more spacious, organized and minimalistic new home. Moreover, selling old stuff can fetch you some money which could offset some new expenses. Organize a sale at your home, sell online, or through word of mouth. Also, donate the little things that will not bring much money but could be used by someone in need. Contact charities that offer free donation pickup that will help you get rid of things you no longer need.

If you’re moving long-distance, and the décor of your new home does not match the styling of your old furniture, consider selling strongly. If you do the math, you’ll find that buying inexpensive furniture at your new location will be a smarter option. With so many reselling apps, local artists, and thrift shops, you will surely find items of your dream that will be more functional and suitable for your new needs.

Take expensive fixtures along

Bring fixtures from the previous home that might be useful at the new home. There will be a lot of temptation to have everything new at your new abode, but that route tends to not be very pocket friendly.
Do you have chandeliers that can be refurbished? Do you have light fixtures which are almost new? Well in such cases, there is no point in doubling up the purchases.

Do the packing yourself

Packing yourself is the best way to save money on moving costs. Start early and begin packing with items you don’t use very often. For instance, extra clothes and extra beddings are some things that you will not require on a daily basis. So there, you can save money on packing material by asking neighbors, friends and preplanning the packing activities.

Also, get quotes from multiple moving companies and try to haggle as much as you can. More time gives you more opportunities to explore.

Securing your move & valuables

You should also ensure that the movers have the right type of insurance. Weekends are the busiest times which usually leads to costlier moving quotes. Try shifting on a weekday by managing your work and discussing with family members who can help you with the move.

Securing a new home is a huge investment and hence you should follow the right choices to save every penny you can. Intentional money-saving techniques should add to your loved ones’ security and safe future. Ensure that at the entry level itself, you invest your money in the right place. Opt for trusted companies, like Kamlesh Gandhi Projects. If you wish to secure 3BHK flats or 4BHK  bungalows in Waghodia – we got you covered. Call us now, or book a visit!