{"id":53968,"date":"2021-09-01T08:22:01","date_gmt":"2021-09-01T15:22:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsiderblog.uhaul.net\/?p=53968"},"modified":"2021-09-01T08:22:04","modified_gmt":"2021-09-01T15:22:04","slug":"the-moving-options-vs-the-best-way-to-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2021\/09\/01\/the-moving-options-vs-the-best-way-to-move\/","title":{"rendered":"The Moving Options VS the Best Way to Move"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>People move every single day. From across the apartment complex, city, state, or country people find different moving solutions to fit their unique moving situations. If you have an upcoming move, then take the time to ask yourself some questions about what you\u2019ll need to determine the best way to move. Once you have an idea of your unique needs for the move, you\u2019ll be able to select the best moving options unique to what you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Narrow Down Your Moving Options to Find the Best Way to Move<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who are you moving with?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This includes who is going to be there at point A and point B to help you out. Keep in mind that pets and children will need your help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How far are you going?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Local moves have their own considerations. Figure out how long you\u2019ll need different in-town supplies like a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Truck-Rentals\/Cargo-Van\/\">cargo van<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Plastic-Moving-Boxes\/\">Ready-To-Go Boxes<\/a>. Then use that to plan around your moving dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you\u2019re moving across the state or need to take a look at options for moving as far as overseas. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/UBox\/\">U-Box containers<\/a> can be shipped internationally while your car can\u2019t swim across an ocean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"U-Box\u00ae Move &amp; Store: U-Box 101\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KLSzmohehsc?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much stuff do you have?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have a lot, maybe a trailer will work best. Moving out of a house you might need more space like a truck. If half of your things need to go to storage and the other half to your new home, maybe <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/UBox\/\">U-Box containers<\/a> can help you stay more organized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where are you moving to?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving into a house is going to be very different from moving into an apartment or dorm room. The available moving options will change based on where you live and where you\u2019re going. For instance, did you know <a href=\"https:\/\/www.collegeboxes.com\/\">Collegeboxes<\/a>, a division of U-Haul, helps students moving to college?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or perhaps you know the area you\u2019ll be in, but you don\u2019t yet have an apartment or house ready for you. In cases like this, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/UBox\/\">U-Box containers<\/a> are a great option! These containers can be used as storage for as long as you need, then shipping to your new home once you have the address. This also means if you plan to live in a smaller home for a year, you can use the containers are storage until you have the space again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6_20_Collegeboxes_Social_Media-70-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"moving options for college students\" class=\"wp-image-53586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6_20_Collegeboxes_Social_Media-70-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6_20_Collegeboxes_Social_Media-70-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6_20_Collegeboxes_Social_Media-70-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6_20_Collegeboxes_Social_Media-70-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6_20_Collegeboxes_Social_Media-70-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6_20_Collegeboxes_Social_Media-70-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6_20_Collegeboxes_Social_Media-70-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/6_20_Collegeboxes_Social_Media-70-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much physical labor are you willing to put in to move?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This also means, how much physical labor are you able to do? I\u2019m all for jumping into a pair of sneakers and loading the truck \u2013 but nothing was going to help me move my heavy furniture alone with these noodle arms. Hiring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingHelp\/\">Moving Help through U-Haul<\/a> allowed me to move what I couldn\u2019t do alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This also extends to driving all your belongings. With kids and pets, a traditional moving truck isn\u2019t always going to be an option for you. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/UBox\/\">U-Box containers<\/a> can be shipped for you and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Trailers\/\">trailer <\/a>can be towed behind your own car \u2013 meaning you can relax in your own car on the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can you do it alone or will you need help?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you\u2019re strong and don\u2019t have noodles arms like I do. Great! But do you want to move by yourself or would you rather have some help?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Will you need moving supplies?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This one is always almost a \u2018yes.\u2019 Luckily, U-Haul offers this handy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingSupplies\/Moving-Supplies-Calculator\/\">online calculator<\/a> to figure out how many supplies you\u2019ll need based on how many rooms you\u2019re packing for the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much time can you dedicate to moving?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only does packing take time, but loading your truck, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Trailers\/\">trailer<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/UBox\/\">U-Box containers<\/a> will take time. During one of my moves, I wanted to spend more time saying goodbye to family. In another move, I had a lot more flex time to be involved with the packing and loading. It just depends on what you have going on in your life at the time of your move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>If moving far, have you planned for the trip?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t forget to consider the other expenses. When planning a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Blog\/2021\/07\/22\/types-of-cross-country-moves\/\">long-distance move<\/a> include the cost of food, gas, and physical demand. The physical demands of sitting in a car or truck for a few days compared to sitting in an airplane for a few hours are completely different. There isn\u2019t a \u201cbetter\u201d option \u2013 it just depends on what you\u2019re able and willing to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Moving Options &amp; Your Best Way to Move<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best advice anyone can give you is to do your research. It starts with asking yourself these questions, then you select the moving options that work best for you. Every move is different \u2013 your next move will be different from your last move. While the moving options won\u2019t always change, the situation you find yourself in could have changed. Use these questions as a guide you to figure out exactly what\u2019s needed for your move \u2013 and that unique solution will be the best way to move.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>People move every single day. From across the apartment complex, city, state, or country people find different moving solutions to fit their unique moving situations. If you have an upcoming move, then take the time to ask yourself some questions about what you\u2019ll need to determine the best way to move. 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