We are currently in limbo ourselves. And let me tell you how GREAT that limbo is when you have anxiety. With the possibility of a move due to the hubs' job, my head is already spinning with the what ifs and the how-in-the-heck-would-I-get-it-all-done? I do not want to get ahead of myself, but we do need to be prepared if the move happens. Since I am a list-maker, I've already come up with 4 tips I am going to follow if God has moving plans for my little fam.
REACH OUT TO YOUR FRIENDS
The day the news broke about this potential move, I went straight to a dear friend who lives in our possible new city. Not only will we need a house, but we will need good schools, too. I don't want to make any hasty decisions, so reach out to those who just KNOW. For me, it's busy moms who know the importance of all the choices you need to make.
GET ORGANIZED
Get your planners. Make your lists. Check out movers. I have already found checklists for moving via Pinterest. Also, check to see if the company requiring the move will provide packers and movers. I have had many friends who move sit back and let great companies pack up their homes and organize the boxes. While my OCD could get the best of me, I would love help in moving around a toddler.
DO YOUR RESEARCH
While we wait for news of a possible move, I've researched ways to make any move with kids an easy one! Thankfully, I've come across UpNest! UpNest takes the pain and complication out of finding a trustworthy local agent because all of their partner agents have the best records of selling and buying homes for clients in your area. As an added bonus, UpNest’s top partner agents compete for your business resulting in an overall savings on their services. After filling out a couple of simple questions, you are well on your way to finding the best local real estate agent fit for your unique situation.
I love that selling AND buying is all at my finger tips through UpNest. In my original search, I have been sent proposals for top agents in our area. From start to finish, the whole process took 10 minutes. And busy moving mamas across the land say YES, PLEASE!
TAKE A BREATH
From the moment we learned this move could happen, my busy brain began to fill with all I'd have to do. I don't do change well; I'm not sure I want to leave the life we've made here. My anxiety is at top notch speed, and with regular activities already keeping me spinning, I'm a mess. The best avenues for me are to take a minute - then assess the moment. 1. We do not know for use this move will happen. 2. If it does, we will take it one minute at a time. Just like life, really.
Have any of you moved lately? If so, I am all ears for helpful advice. For now, I will sit back and do my thing with UpNest knowing that I have great support and guidance for our future.
Yess, we just moved, great tips!
ReplyDeleteThank you!! Hope you're getting settled!
DeleteWe just moved with our toddler while I was 7 weeks pregnant and it SUCKED. Agree with all your tips!
ReplyDeleteOh no!! I hope you had help and LOTS of chocolate!
DeleteWe are considering moving this summer so these are really helpful tips! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGlad to help! Thanks for reading!
DeleteWe did a long distance move this past August. First time we have done that kind of move and with three children it was alot! This sounds like an awesome service!
ReplyDeleteIt's pretty awesome! So helpful with busy mamas and all we do to get the move going!
DeleteWe found out we were moving when my son was a week old!! It was crazy! Breathing is the best you can do sometimes!
ReplyDeleteYes! Breathe in and out - and pray! Hope your move wasn't too bad, and you're settled now!
DeleteThis is a brilliant post - I wish I had it to refer to when we moved 6 months ago.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to share this so it can help other families faced with this daunting life change.
Thanks so much! I hope it helps someone else, too!
DeleteWe move every few years due to being military. Research, planning, and organizing are what keep me sane. While I can't control everything, it helps to be able to feel like I'm in control of at least that portion of the move. We're getting ready for what will probably be our final move which is exciting and scary all at the same time.
ReplyDeleteBless you and your family! It's so true how you can't control it all - I need to remind myself that!
DeleteThese are great tips! Organization and lists were my biggest lifesavers while moving! I color coded boxes with stickers.
ReplyDeleteGenius! Thanks for the tip!
DeleteWe're moving next week! Great tips! It's so important to have a good agent.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh! Hope you are all getting settled and doing well!
DeleteGetting ready to move! This is so helpful!
ReplyDeleteBest wishes! Glad it's helped!
DeleteGreat tips! Moving is so hard, especially with small kids around!
ReplyDeleteYes! That's my biggest worry! Thanks for reading.
DeleteWe are. A military family so this is something we will be dealing with. Sigh. We've done one move so far and looking at another one in about a year. Great tips!!
ReplyDeleteBig sigh! Hoping you can stay settled a bit before going again. Thank you for reading!
DeleteMoving can be so overwhelming! Thanks for the encouragement and tips! These will definitely come in handy the next time we move.
ReplyDeleteYes, it can! Thank you for reading!
DeleteThese are such good tips. We moved about a year ago and it was so hectic. Will have to keep these in mind if we have to do it again.
ReplyDeleteI may need some tips from you!! Thanks for reading!
DeleteMoving is so hard. It really never gets easier, but these tips make it so much better! I love how you collaborate with friends on it.
ReplyDeleteYes, we have a friend who is in limbo like us. Thankful I have a friend who knows how I am feeling. Thanks for reading!
DeleteDefinitely going to bookmark this for the near future when we move. Always a very stressful experience.
ReplyDeleteThank you for reading! It is so stressful - praying for a good outcome!
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