By Julie DeLong, A-1 Freeman Moving Group
Let's begin with what you would consider hidden costs--the expenditures linked to moving to Houston which do not relate to the actual move.
House Hunting
If your move is local or a company-paid relocation, you may forego this section. In the event your move is long-distance and you're going to be paying the costs, make sure to take into account the costs of home searching. Including plane tickets, lodging, food and fuel should you be driving the distance to your new location. Bringing the children and dog along is probably more enjoyable theoretically, therefore add in babysitters and animal care.
Keep an eye on the funds it will cost on the front end. Receiving a great selling price for your home and anticipating you will be overflowing with funds following closing is fine, but try not to get ahead of yourself. Selling a residence comes with realtor costs, and almost always you'll have to pay a few maintenance tasks or closing costs for the purchaser. And so, go coach until you have got the funds in the bank.
Supplies, Trucks, and Labor
The actual physical move to Houston is really the most financially clear expense along the way. Your professional mover will want to come to your house to provide a detailed estimate in accordance with the number of spaces, projected weight (nobody brings scales, so don't worry about that) distance, and workers required. They can provide a written estimate that itemizes the scope of work and the price for every section. If there are pianos, grandfather clocks, collectibles, or things that must be completely crated and uncrated, anticipate paying additional costs for those add-ons.
The majority of movers present you with a wide range of options from a full-service move, where they enter, furnished with boxes and tape and moving blankets and pack up everything for you, to basic service in which they send over a moving van along with a couple of fellas to load, drive, and unload.
If you would like do your own packing, the moving company you select can supply you with the cartons, tape, along with other necessities you'll need. Some individuals are confident packing everything whilst others prefer the movers pack specialty things such as mirrors, paintings and electronic products. Ask your mover what the a la carte services or specialty boxes cost. Don't damage your new Ultra HD TV by utilizing the improper box and packing materials.
This is easily the priciest part of the move to Houston, but you will understand that number ahead of time, to help you develop the rest of your budget around it.
Incidentals
Consult your insurance advisor regarding the way in which homeowners policy works for a move; you might need supplemental insurance that's effective during the move itself. It's likely that you're covered, but an extra rider that's free from your deductible is not a bad idea.
Murphy's Law is never more true than when you're moving, and homes are not always ready for new owners. Especially if you are building or renovating ahead of moving in, arrange for short-term storage until all the work is done.
If you are driving to your new house, getting the cars there is clearly simple. Otherwise, you most likely have a few options-talk to your moving company in Houston regarding incorporating vehicles in the quote with your household goods move or a automobile transportation service or a road trip with your college roommate and then purchase them a return plane ticket home.
Getting There Is All the Fun
Given that you're simply drained thinking about each of the ways you and your money part company during a move, there is one more thing. When you hit the road for a long-distance move, you have to take into account lodging and meals along the route. If you are flying, there's the airline tickets to take into consideration, in addition to pet transportation fees (except in cases where a driving adult takes the animals).
Finding hidden expenditures and planning for what might go wrong should go a considerable way on the way to a smooth and stress-free move, if such a thing exists. Your moving company is a great source of information pertaining to any questions you have. Trust us, we have seen it all and most likely have the answer to nearly anything.
If you are all set to start budgeting for your move to Houston, contact us!
