Month: April 2023

Moving is a fantastic excuse to downsize and eliminate clutter you don’t want to bring to your new home. However, if you have tons of items you want to get rid of, it may make sense to try and make some money off them if possible. For example, hosting a garage sale allows you to shed unnecessary belongings while earning a little cash to help pay for the transition (or a nice meal out).

That said, hosting a sale as you prepare to move can be a hassle, especially if you’re short on time. So here are some pointers to make the process go more smoothly so you can start your new chapter on a positive note.

Price Everything to Sell

Overall, the goal is to reduce the number of items you must pack and transport to your new home. While making extra money on a single item might be nice, offering it at a lower price than usual is often better, making people more likely to buy it.

If you need to figure out what price would be suitable, consider what you paid for it and what it would cost for someone to buy a brand-new version of it. For example, if you paid $50 for the item, but a new one costs $40, you might price it at $30 or less, depending on the amount of wear and tear.

Another tactic is to bundle similar items so shoppers feel like they’re getting more of a deal. For example, instead of selling toys individually, you can package them as a box of toys for a single flat rate.

Let Buyers Know What’s Negotiable

There’s always a fair amount of haggling at a garage sale, but you know what the items are worth and which prices are negotiable and which aren’t. A great way to let shoppers know which items are negotiable is to write “OBO (or best offer)” next to the price. You can also save time and energy by bundling items based on how much you’ll sell them for. So, for example, you can have a $5 table, a $4 table, and so on.

Think about the money you could make if you sold that old couch instead of having to donate it or pack it up for your move. So, even if a potential customer lowballs you, they’re also doing you a favor by saving you time and energy.

Consider What to Donate and What to Sell

Usually, garage sales do best when there are valuable, gently-used items for sale. If you have lots of used clothing or knick-knacks, getting people to buy them takes a lot of work. In many cases, you might have to donate those belongings to avoid the hassle of packing and shipping them.

You can also have a “donate” box or bin at your garage sale. If visitors can take these items off your hands, you can still save a trip to a donation center, making the moving process easier.

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If you are a remote worker, you know that working from home can have benefits, but when you are a remote employee planning a residential relocation, you face some unique challenges. Check out a few pointers to assist you in organizing and packing for your relocation while still working from home.

Discuss the Move With Your Employer and HR

If you are thinking about moving, and especially if you are thinking about moving to a different state or region, you should talk to your employer first. Here are some questions to ask before planning anything further 

• Will my employer let me work someplace else?
• How will the move affect my salary?
• What will happen to my benefits?
• How will my relocation impact my taxes?

Schedule Your Work in Advance

Prepare your work schedule as best you can a few weeks beforehand to accommodate the impending move. Use vacation days or personal time, discuss the situation with your employer, and consider if you need to request additional time off. Knowing your schedule and obligations will also be helpful once you move into the new location.

Dismantle Your Work Space Last

When packing up your house, save your home office for last. Then, your workspace will remain functional until the day of the move. 

Knowing the precise placement of various wires and components will prevent you from ending up in your new home office surrounded by cables and wondering where they go. Instead, document the configurations in your current home office before dismantling them. First, take photos of your set-up precisely the way it is before breaking it down.  Then, identify the inputs that each cable connects to by taping labels onto the cords.

Pack Your WorkSpace

You should declutter your office area as with the rest of your home. Decide what you can sell, donate, or discard. Avoid stashing things in boxes without organizing them. You will be glad you took the time to organize your office stuff when you get to your new home. Label everything. Mark each side of the box to make unpacking easier. 

Make Utility Connections Before Moving

As a remote worker, you will require immediate electricity and internet access. Before moving your belongings, ensure all necessary utilities and services are turned on and ready. Once these connections are active and ready, set up your computer and devices.

Set Aside Time to Setup and Settle In

Getting your home office set up and running might take some time. Take a few extra days off to settle in. That way, you don’t end up with work commitments you can’t fulfill because your space is not functioning yet.

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