When the exciting time finally comes to move to a new piece of Fort Lauderdale real estate, you don’t necessarily have to spend a small fortune on hiring a moving company. Simply get some of your best buddies together and rent a moving truck. Then you can take care of business yourself, saving plenty of money.
Of course, saving big bucks is more than enough reason to handle a move on your own, but it is not the only one. For instance, a group of strangers isn’t going to be as protective of your fragile valuables as you are. Can you imagine seeing a group of fellas tossing boxes full of your glass dishes on and off a truck?
Fortunately, you can now rely on Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty’s tips for safely moving yourself with minimal damage and stress. For starters, it is always wise to plan ahead. That way, you can pick the best days for you, your family and your helpful friends to make sure their calendars are clear. At the same time, you need to rent that moving truck. The last thing you want to do is wait until the last minute and get stuck throwing everything into your Ford Mustang. Doh!
It’s always a good idea to read about whatever equipment you will be handling and ask whatever questions pop into your mind. Before you even sign for a truck, make note of all scratches and dents so you will not be held responsible for them. Then, figure out the best way to get your furniture up and down from the truck before you actually have it in your hands. Drive around your neighborhood to figure out where to move the mirrors, as well as the blind spots on the moving truck.
While it will certainly be the most convenient for family members and friends to assist you moving into your newly purchased home for sale in Fort Lauderdale, it is smart to relocate on a weekday. You will most likely get a better price if you rent your vehicle between Monday and Thursday, simply because there are so many folks renting trucks on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Find and read over your homeowners’ insurance policy. After all, we all know how easy it can be to damage a valuable piece of property. And honestly, what are the chances that your clumsy self won’t break anything? Put your mind at ease and see how much insurance will to pay for every time you drop a box or two. Don’t worry. Professionals movers do it too throughout Broward County.
When the time comes to fill up your rental truck, plan ahead. Begin packing days ahead of time and write the contents on the outside of every box. Then you can place them on the truck in strategic order. Lord knows you don’t want to be searching for clean underwear or deodorant when you get to your new place. Believe me, doing so can be a life-saver when it comes time to unpack and move into your new Fort Lauderdale luxury home.
About Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty:
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty serves 19 counties throughout Florida with over 40 locations and approximately 1,800 Sales Professionals. The full-service brokerage company, founded in 1999, is a subsidiary of Lennar Corporation, a Fortune 500 company and is a franchise member of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ network, one of the few organizations entrusted to use the world-renowned Berkshire Hathaway name. The company offers residential and commercial services as well as seasonal rentals, property management, REO & Foreclosures, corporate relocations, referral services, title, home service plans, and personal concierge services. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty ranks in the Top 10 in the network among 42,000 Sales Professionals, 1,200 offices throughout 47 states. The company is the overall No. 1 fundraiser for The Sunshine Kids Foundation, having generated more than $3.37 million since 2001. Visit www.BHHSFloridaRealty.com.
