For any couple, the process of combining households can be exciting. It can also be a bit stressful, too. Here are some smart tips to move in together the right way.

My Place or Yours?

Are you in love with your current home or can you hardly wait to get out of there? Talk with your partner about which home works best for both of you, practically and personally. Think about the activities you’ll be doing together. Maybe your place has the better view, and a fenced back yard for the dogs, but his place is better for commuting, or walking or biking. Of course, you could get a brand new place. One drawback with that is that you’re more likely to pay for a broken lease, or two. And you have to pack up two homes at once. If you both own homes, it can be pretty complicated to sell them both while buying a new home, juggling those finances. On the plus side, picking out a new home with your partner can be a great bonding experience, and a chance to improve your quality of life. Living together and sharing a bedroom, especially if you have two incomes, means you can afford more living space.

Set The Date

It’s important to pick a time that works for you both. Take into account both of your schedules for work, school, and extracurriculars. The busiest time for moving companies is spring and summer, so moving rates may be higher at those times. Also factor in any family events. You probably don’t want to be moving during the week of your sister’s wedding, or a family reunion.

Discuss What to Keep

When you’re combining households, you don’t want to end up with a lot of extra stuff. You might not want two big couches, two dining tables, two sets of dishes and silverware, two washers, two dryers, etc. Have a good look at all these items and have an honest discussion about which ones you want to keep. Also, get rid of items and clothing you haven’t had any use for over the past year. You don’t want to start off your lives together with a home full of clutter. The extra stuff can be given away or sold off to help cover your deposit, down payment, or moving expenses. If you’re ready to move, Condor Moving Systems can move you, your family and your business, with very competitive moving costs. We’re experts in moving anyone anywhere. Since our Dallas/Fort Worth based full service moving company opened its doors in 2003, we’ve set the highest standards for moving services, as all as providing moving supplies and storage facilities. Our knowledgeable moving consultants and highly trained movers specialize in both residential moving services and commercial relocation. Whether it’s local moving, or long distance moving to Texas or anywhere, we’ll make your move a positive experience and do everything possible to guarantee your satisfaction. Call 877-460-6683 or contact us for a free moving quote.