There are times when moving schedules just don’t line up, such as when that new house isn’t ready but the old house has sold. This can make a temporary move necessary prior to the final move into a new, permanent location. While this may not seem very difficult, it is important to appropriately plan and pack with the understanding that the first stop is only a temporary one. A move done in two parts often requires the assistance of both packing and storage services.

Such a move may also require a good plan for deciding which items must go to the temporary location, and which must go into storage. This may require dividing items into two separate deliveries: one for local packing companies and movers to relocate to the temporary address, and the other for delivery to local storage services, until the final move.

Downsizing for a Two-Part Move

Shedding excess belongings is a good idea with any move, and especially so with a temporary move. Fewer belongings means fewer things to make decisions about or lose track of as well as less work for local storage services in the temporary location. Many people go through their belongings and donate unwanted or infrequently used items to charity, hold a moving sale, or even sell items online or at flea markets. Regardless of how it is done, lightening the load before a move is beneficial in many ways, especially when that move will require two organized efforts to reach a permanent location.

Prioritizing for a Temporary Move

After eliminating those unnecessary items, it is time to determine which ones are necessary for daily life and must go into temporary storage. This may differ depending on things such as location, length of stay, amount of space available, and other restrictions regarding the temporary location. Having necessary items to maintain a somewhat normal life is important; however, it is also helpful to be realistic. Keep items to a minimum for the shorter stay. Remember, the more that is moved to the first temporary location, the more local packing companies must repack for the second part of the move.

When choosing the appropriate items to take to the interim facility, consider important things: the time of year; whether the living quarters will be furnished; and what inclusions to expect. Then think about what things must be self-provided. Do not forget special items: medical records and personal documents; pet records and necessities; chargers for electronics devices; toiletries; and more. Plan on taking certain items for cooking and entertainment. Be sure to keep enough bedding, linens, and other such articles on hand. List everything that must go to the temporary location and use it to pack items; otherwise, provide the list to the packing and storage services when the appropriate time arrives.

Pack for Two Locations

For the least complicated move, separate out items for the temporary location first and keep in a separate area. If self-packing, ensure those boxes are well-labeled for delivery by local packing companies. Once those contents have been packed away, everything else can be packed and labeled for delivery to storage. If possible, select local storage services close to the temporary location, so access is possible in case it becomes necessary to retrieve something important that was overlooked.

Temporary moves add an extra amount of work and inconvenience; however, they are sometimes a necessary part of relocation. When carefully planned, a temporary stop does not have to become a major annoyance. Make necessary arrangements with local packing and storage services ahead of time, and create a good list for when the packers arrive to avoid confusion over what items need to go into which shipment. When done this way, comfortable living is possible while waiting for that final permanent move!

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