Month: September 2023

An office move is naturally more costly than a residential move. Therefore, moving with a tight budget can be a struggle for some smaller businesses. However, there are ways you can conserve during the transition. Take a look at a few tips to help you save money during your office move.

1. Choose an off-season moving date.

Certain seasons are most in demand when it comes to moving services. For example, many companies will choose to relocate offices during off-peak business times, such as in the fall or spring. Therefore, if you can schedule your move during a time of year when the moving company gets fewer service requests, you may get a less-expensive rate.

2. Negotiate lease terms.

One fundamental way you can save money during an office move is by what you pay for leasing the new office space. Many commercial leases are negotiable, especially in areas with low demand for office spaces. Legal Zoom offers some excellent tips for negotiating a reasonable price for a commercial lease, such as:

• Evaluating the lease term and offering to pay less in exchange for a longer commitment
• Researching rent costs for comparable properties to use as leverage
• Looking closely at clauses and stipulations to make sure you’re not paying for anything you don’t need

3. Downsize when possible.

Downsizing when you relocate can save you a substantial amount of money, and downsizing may be more doable than expected. For example, many companies now have hybrid workplace models involving remote and in-office workers. If you have several employees who have transitioned to remote or hybrid work, you may not need as much office space or as many cubicles.

4. Minimize what you need to move.

Most moving companies base their cost to move an office largely on how much there is to be moved. Therefore, the more you can eliminate before you relocate, the better off you will be.

You may find many office items amid packing that you don’t necessarily need to take with you, such as:

• Outdated office furniture
• Unused office decor
• Old office supplies

Consider donating the items you no longer need to a local charity, school, or even religious organization that could use the things. In some cases, this may even get you a small tax deduction that can save you money on business taxes. Check with your moving company to see if they have a program for repurposing or disposing of furniture and old equipment.

6. Plan for unexpected costs.

Unexpected costs can and do come up during an office move. If these unexpected events come up, and you do not have room in the budget, this could cost you more money in the long run. For example, if you discover damage to the current office that has to be repaired before you sign off on the old lease, it will be important to have the funds to cover the costs. Otherwise, you may be left dipping into business savings accounts or the next month’s profits to cover the costs.

Work with an Experienced Office Moving Company to Help

Hiring office movers with the experience to help you navigate your relocation can also be a good way to make a move more efficient. Are you anticipating an upcoming relocation for your business? If so, let us help. Reach out for a free quote.

Moving to a new city can pose challenges for all family members. However, children in the household often face a significant transition: switching to a new school. Helping your child adapt to a new, unfamiliar educational setting is vital to their success as a student and their emotional well-being. Thankfully, there are several steps you can take as a parent to help your children adjust to a new school after a residential move.

Talk Openly About the Move and the Transition

As much as possible, keep your child informed about the upcoming move and transition to a new school. Switching schools can be a major shift in a child’s life. Therefore, this is not the type of transition you should make suddenly or without warning. The Child Development Institute recommends a few good tips, such as:

• Talking about the move as early as possible and often
• Offering as much information as possible about the relocation and school change
• Allowing the child to ask questions about the move and the new school

Arrange a Visit to the School to Take a Tour

Don’t let the first time the child sees the new school be on the first day they have to attend as a student. It can be helpful for children to visit beforehand to get to know the building, meet some of the teachers, and gain a sense of familiarity. If you are relocating to a specific school district, reach out to the school and ask if you can plan a tour for your incoming student. During the visit, it can also be helpful to ask questions as the parent of a soon-to-be student, such as:

• What time does the school day begin and end?
• Where is the bus stop in your new neighborhood?
• What is the earliest/latest a child should be picked up or dropped off?
• What extracurricular activities do you offer?

Talk to the Child’s Teacher About Special Concerns or Considerations

If your child has special needs or you have particular concerns, be sure to schedule a meeting with your child’s teacher or the school principal. If your child is accustomed to specific accommodations at their old school, it will be necessary for those accommodations to be available in the new school. For example, if your child has sensory sensitivities to sound, the teacher will need to know the student needs to wear ear protection during certain activities.

Plan to Visit a School Event If Possible

Most schools host events throughout the school year. Pep rallies, sports games, track meets, open houses, book fairs, and other school-hosted events may be available to incoming students. Look up the school’s website or social pages to find a calendar of events and pick an event that could interest your child. These events can be an excellent place to network with other families in the community and allow your child to meet some other students.

• Promote Their Participation in Extracurricular Activities
• Encourage your children to sign up for extracurricular activities. Joining a team or club, whether it is sports, theater, or an academic club, will make it easier for them to meet new people, make friends, and feel part of their new community. It will also give them something to focus on other than missing their old friends and teachers.

Leave the Moving to the Pros to Keep Your Focus On Family

Relocating can bring along a lot of new challenges to navigate with your family members. As you prepare for your upcoming move, be sure to contact a moving company for support. Allowing a team of professionals to help with the logistics will enable you to focus on your family’s needs. 

Need an excellent moving company to help? Contact our team to get a free moving quote to get started.