Taking a few minutes to get organized before you start packing will save you lots of time later, so whip out your packing checklist and decide which room to start with. Go out and get all of the packing equipment you need before you start with the actual packing, including boxes, tape, markers, bubble wrap and so on. Designate a box for donations and a box for garbage, and sort your belongings as you pack.
Key Takeaways:
- Taking a few minutes to get organized before you start packing will save you lots of time later, so whip out your packing checklist and decide which room to start with.
- Don’t count on those leftover boxes you have lying around somewhere. Go out and get all of the packing equipment you need before you start with the actual packing, including boxes, tape, markers, bubble wrap and so on.
- Getting your clothes out of the way first is one of the best last minute packing tips ever. Simply set aside the clothes you expect to use in the following days, then create another pile with the clothes you’ll need in the first two weeks after moving day.
“What’s the point in packing stuff you don’t need? Designate a box for donations and a box for garbage, and sort your belongings as you pack.”