When you are moving to a new house, there are many expenses associated with the
move. It’s important to understand these costs so you can budget appropriately for
your move. Some of these expenses are obvious, but others can be surprising. This
article will cover the most common Umzugsskosten to help you plan ahead for
your big move.
The first thing to consider when budgeting for a move is whether you will use
professional movers or do it yourself (DIY). If you choose to hire professionals, the
cost of their services will vary depending on how much stuff you have to move. This
is because movers typically charge based on the weight and size of your items. The
more stuff you have, the higher the bill will be. If you choose to DIY your move, you’ll
need to budget for the cost of a moving truck rental, packing supplies and labor to
load and unload your belongings.
How far you are moving will also affect your move’s costs. Local moves are usually
less expensive than long distance moves. This is because it takes more time and
supplies to move a larger amount of items over a long distance. The cost of a long-
distance move will also be affected by the size of your home and whether it requires
specialty equipment, such as an animal kennel or swing set.
In addition to your moving costs, you’ll need to factor in travel expenses to get to
your new home. This includes the cost of your vehicle, gas, tolls and possibly lodging
along the way. If you’re flying to your destination, it will also include the price of
airfare, hotel rooms and meals. Once you arrive at your new home, you’ll need to
consider the cost of hooking up utilities, paying your first month’s rent or mortgage
payment and making any small repairs needed in the home.
There are also a number of hidden moving expenses that you may not be expecting,
such as trash removal fees and cleaning costs. It is always good to pad your moving
budget with an additional 10%-20% to account for these unexpected expenses.
The best way to budget for a move is to create a spreadsheet. This will help you
track the total cost of your move and keep you on budget throughout the process. It
is also a great tool to use when negotiating with moving companies because it can
show them how much money you are willing to spend on your move. This will make
them more likely to provide you with a competitive quote. To help you prepare for
your move, we have created a free moving expenses spreadsheet that you can
download here. You can also find an interactive version of the spreadsheet in our
Resources section. You can use this spreadsheet to estimate your move’s cost and
see how much it will cost to hire a moving company or do it yourself.