Home ownership is one of life’s greatest pleasures. However, moving can be one of life’s most cumbersome tasks. This is especially the case when it comes to moving for the fist time. These tips will help ease some of the stress of the move, especially if you have never moved before. 

• Choose the right realtor: Choose a realtor who has experience. Also, make sure to check references as you narrow down your choices. Going with someone who is inexperienced can cause you to miss out on the house you want and cause you to lose money as well. A top-notch realtor will have a thorough understanding of the local market. She will also know about the legalities involved in your purchase.  
• Hire the right movers: Don’t hire the first moving company you come across. We suggest you shop around before choosing a company. Also, make sure that you contact your finalists to get a quote and to ask for references. Make sure you make a decision you can live with.  
• Stay within your budget for your new home: The expenses involved in buying a home go far beyond that of the mortgage alone. You should consider all cost such as closing costs, homeowner’s insurance, property taxes, utilities and HOA fees. You can often find online calculators to estimate just what those other expenses may be.  

• Don’t let your move be a secret: Certain people and organizations will need to be informed before you move such as the United States Postal Service, the IRS, your bank, your creditors and the utility companies to name but a few. Leaving any of these people or organizations in the dark can cause you a great deal of inconvenience down the road.
• Start packing: Once you have gotten the preliminaries out of the way, it will be time for you to start packing. Be sure you first gather the supplies you need and give yourself plenty of time to label, sort and pack all your belongings. 

Unfortunately, it’s all too easy to fall for an incomplete moving company estimate. Avoid rogue movers by using Russell’s Moving and Storage. We are licensed and insured and will give you a fair estimate on how much you move will cost. You can look over the reviews on our site as we offer designers delivery service Los Angeles as well as moving and storage. We are a relocation company in Los Angeles that cares and wants to help make the process easy for you. Best of luck and happy moving!