{"id":3557,"date":"2018-08-20T09:05:25","date_gmt":"2018-08-20T16:05:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/?p=3557"},"modified":"2026-04-28T07:53:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T14:53:22","slug":"moving-on-a-budget-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/moving-on-a-budget-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Cha-Ching! 9 Tips to Make Moving on a Budget Even Cheaper"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to stressful life situations, moving is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/paindoctor.com\/top-10-stressful-life-events-holmes-rahe-stress-scale\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ranked<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> somewhere between &#8220;trouble with the boss&#8221; and &#8220;trouble with the in-laws.&#8221; And while we&#8217;d gladly take packing boxes over spats with our supervisor or S.O.&#8217;s mom, there&#8217;s no doubting moving is stressful &#8211; especially moving on a budget. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One major reason for this? Money: Moving gets <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">expensive<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But this is the era of innovation, and we have a few tricks up our sleeves. if you&#8217;re willing to think outside the (moving) box, there are plenty of ways you can make <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">moving on a budget <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">possible. Try these nine tips to make your next move even cheaper: <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b> Give yourself plenty of time before the move to sell items <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bk5gi7wlevy\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\">https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bk5gi7wlevy\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start early on your vending efforts to maximize profits. Personally, we&#8217;re fans of services that allow you to make money from the comfort of your own couch (who isn&#8217;t?). \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Divide to conquer your selling strategy. Got some clothing in mint condition that just doesn&#8217;t cut it for you anymore? Designated upselling sites like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thredup.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thredUP<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will send you a bag to fill up and return; once it&#8217;s processed, you&#8217;ll get cash or credit for accepted items. If you have some high-end items that you\u2019d rather get a larger chunk of cash for (like designer attire or leather goods), list it on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/poshmark.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poshmark<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and give it a few weeks to sell. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/us.letgo.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LetGo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/offerup.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OfferUp<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are both perfect for selling everything from TV sets to sneakers. Get the most buck for your bang by taking high-quality pictures of the items, and being as descriptive as possible in your listing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And, of course, there&#8217;s always the classic standby: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craigslist.org\/about\/sites\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Craigslist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Make it easier for whoever is buying your beloved oversized couch or vintage bed frame by using <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/get-started\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=cheap-budget-moving\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dolly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to deliver \u2013\u00a0we&#8217;re available as quickly as same- or next-day moves. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who knows \u2013\u00a0if selling goes well, you might balance out your<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> moving budget <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(or even profit from it!). <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b> Get creative with how you transport heavy items <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3559\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-2-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"547\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-2-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-2-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-2-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-2-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heavy items are one of the main reasons people hire expensive help on moving day. After all, no one wants to throw out their back while lugging an outdated stereo system down the stairs. But trust us, with a couple of hacks, you&#8217;ll be able to keep your cash<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your back. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s talk about books. Your expansive, curated literary collection is impressive when it&#8217;s up in shelves; on moving day, it&#8217;s just a pain. Rather than tossing those tons in boxes, pack them in a rolling suitcase, and voila: a portable library. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think creatively with other heavy items, such as furniture. Remove any attached parts, like legs and drawers, to make the bulk significantly lighter. And always place a piece of cardboard under a heavy item to prevent scratches on the floor. Finally, push instead of pulling -\u2013\u00a0it&#8217;s easier on your body. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b> Leave the donations to Dolly<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3335\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_June-134-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_June-134-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_June-134-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_June-134-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_June-134-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_June-134-1.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Got some stuff not worth selling? Leave them to us \u2013\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/get-started\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=cheap-budget-moving\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dolly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can pick up any excess items you&#8217;d rather donate. We\u2019ll take them straight to your preferred donation center, and save you time for finishing up your packing. After all, time is money. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b> &#8220;Save the date&#8221;&#8230; \u00a0for your move <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3560\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-4-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"615\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-4-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-4-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-4-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-4-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-4-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know, we know \u2013 it&#8217;s moving day, not your wedding day. But go ahead and get into that planning mentality anyway: Pick the date and time you want to move well in advance, and you could end up saving a <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ton<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of cash. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recommend moving both mid-month and mid-week (e.g., Wednesday the 13th, or Tuesday the 20th). <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why? As we&#8217;ve <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/moving-cost-calculator\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=moving-on-a-budget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">written about before<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, almost everything moving-related \u2013\u00a0from storage to moving trucks and full-service movers \u2013\u00a0is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/best-time-to-move\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=moving-on-a-budget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cheaper in the middle of the month<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b> Weigh the cost of every item you&#8217;re contemplating moving \u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3561\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-5-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"547\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If those two boxes of kitchen supplies are all that&#8217;s standing between you and a smaller, significantly cheaper storage unit or moving truck, it might be time to implement some tough love. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do those extra whisks really spark joy? Does that hand-me-down blender leave your protein smoothies chunkier than you really like them? Chances are you&#8217;ll find be able to find similar (if not the exact same or better) items when you get to your new place. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where decluttering and a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/minimalist-living\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=moving-on-a-budget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">minimalist living<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> approach to your home come in handy \u2013 the less stuff you have to move, the all-around cheaper your move will be. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b> Don\u2019t purchase any unnecessary supplies for your move <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3562\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"547\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-6-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-6-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you still paying for single-use, flimsy cardboard moving boxes? There are so many <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/11-moving-box-alternatives\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=moving-on-a-budget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">moving box alternatives<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ranging from delivered-to-your-door box rentals to recycled wine crates. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Save on other packing supplies, too \u2014 you can easily wrap delicate items like picture frames and dishes in spare blankets <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/business.facebook.com\/dolly\/videos\/2103206573085192\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or even t-shirts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Two birds, one stone, zero dollars. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes time to wipe down your old apartment, instead of picking up new cleaner, use what you already have. A half-empty bottle of vinegar, a past-ripe lemon, and some old rags may be all you need for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/apartment-security-deposit\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=moving-on-a-budget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a through ceiling-to-floor clean<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b> Got pets or kids? Leave them with a friend while you move <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3563\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-7-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"545\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sure, you <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">could<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> take your furry BFF to a kennel so as not to stress him out during the move. Or you could save cash by leaving him with a trusted friend, coworker, or grand-pawrent. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As for kids, your move is exactly the time you should call in a favor with your family. Frame it as your kids wanting to spend time with grandma, or see if your brother would be willing to take them for the day in return for a big IOU in the future. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b> Moving out-of-state? Try using a bus to ship your stuff <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3564\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-8-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-8-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-8-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-8-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/IMAGE-8-2048x1363.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re traveling far but have a limited amount of stuff (under 250 lbs), the bus might be your cheapest option. Instead of paying hefty shipping fees at the post office, try a service like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.busfreighter.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Busfreighter<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for rates around 70 cents per pound. Note: This works better for things like clothing and well-packed dishes than it does for furniture. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b> Use Dolly for affordable moves <\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3221\" src=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_May-789-copy-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"820\" height=\"546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_May-789-copy-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_May-789-copy-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_May-789-copy-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_May-789-copy-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.taskrabbit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Dolly_May-789-copy.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So you want to schedule a cross-town move on the cheap, but don\u2019t want to exhaust yourself (or the limits of your friendships) with a total DIY move? That\u2019s where Dolly comes in. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dolly.com\/get-started\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=cheap-budget-moving\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book a Dolly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get help from a local truck owner who can help you with your moving needs, or just provide a little extra heavy-lifting muscle. We\u2019re cheaper than traditional movers, and our prices are guaranteed: no metered pricing, no surprise fees. We\u2019re built to be budget-friendly, but more importantly, we\u2019re built to make your move easy. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to stressful life situations, moving is ranked somewhere between &#8220;trouble with the boss&#8221; and &#8220;trouble with the in-laws.&#8221; And while we&#8217;d gladly take packing boxes over spats with our supervisor or S.O.&#8217;s mom, there&#8217;s no doubting moving is stressful &#8211; especially moving on a budget. 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