Hundreds of people are moving to Orlando every day. The city has so much to offer, like affordable housing options, a break on state income tax, theme parks, and tourist attractions, good weather, and an incredible education system.
That said, like any move, relocating to Orlando has its challenges and can end up being more stressful than not if you aren’t prepared.
You don’t want to worry about a whole bunch of items getting to your new home safely. Luckily, downsizing can help with this problem. The cost of the move will likely be less. And having everything organized and ready to go ahead of time aids in a smoother relocation experience to Orlando.
The following tips will streamline your organization and decluttering processes so that you and your family can enjoy moving to Orlando rather than being overwhelmed and stressed by it.
Get the Logistics of Your Move Organized First
Take care of the logistics of your Orlando move first before you start decluttering and downsizing. This step helps you define what you can and can’t or should and shouldn’t bring with you to your new home.
Let’s say you plan on living downtown or close to it in College Park. There are lots of things to do and events, like Dancing on the Drive or Jazz Fest, happening throughout the year. However, the cost of living downtown will be higher than in the suburbs. So, you’ll likely be living in a smaller home, apartment, or condo to offset the costs.
Knowing the size and location of your new home, you can grasp how much you’ll have to leave behind and can begin downsizing appropriately.
Prepare for downsizing and relocating by covering the logistics first. Establish your budget for your new home and think about where you want to live in or around Orlando. Consider the size of your new home once you’ve chosen it. Take inventory of your current belongings and weigh what you have against what will fit in your new home. And finally, the hard part, begin to part ways with what you can’t bring with you.
Consider Downsizing Your Vehicle
One thing you can count on in this city is tourist traffic. Millions of people flock to Orlando every year for vacation. Because of this, it seems like highways are always congested.
Also, keep in mind that transportation costs, gas, and bus fare prices included, are just above the national average in Orlando. These external factors may inevitably push you to downsize your vehicle to account for these roadway changes.
Whether you sell or donate your car to a legitimate charity, there are plenty of benefits to using public transportation or sharing a vehicle with the whole family. It’s certainly more cost-effective, and it’s eco-friendly.
If you do decide to get rid of one or all of your vehicles before moving, it’s essential to get familiar with the public transportation available to you until you purchase a new vehicle. The Lynx public transit system in Orlando is frequented by many people each day ad the new Brightline is set to open soon as well!
Having a plan for big possessions, like cars, will take a lot of the stress of moving off your shoulders.
Organize and Clean Up One Room a Day
When you think about decluttering and organizing your entire house before moving, it can be overwhelming, especially when you’re relocating to a smaller home. There’s a lot to do in what seems like not enough time.
Thankfully, if you break it down into bite-sized chunks and spread the decluttering and organizing process across weeks or days, it won’t be so overwhelming. Everything becomes much more manageable. And you’re less likely to forget things you need in your new Orlando home.
Define how long you have until you make the move. Ideally, you want a couple of days to declutter and organize each room. So, if you have 7 rooms in your home, you’ll need at least 14 days to get them situated, plus another week or so to pack and finalize the moving details.
You can go through each room from top to bottom and make intentional decisions about what to keep and what to get rid of, rather than rushing and making rash decisions that impact your quality of living in Orlando.
Get Your Kids Involved in the Moving Process
Although Orlando is home to Disney Parks, your kids still might not consider it to be one of the happiest places on Earth. They may not be excited about the move, even resistant to it.
Considering your kids when moving is a must if you want a smooth, stress-free experience. Their needs should be met first, and to account for them, hear out their concerns and reassure your kids that the move will be a good experience for them.
Involving them in the moving process will make it a bit more manageable. It’ll also help speed up the decluttering and organization process.
Allow your kids to lead decluttering and downsizing of their rooms. Let them choose what they want to recycle, donate, and throw away. If you host a garage sale, let them price their items and man their tables at the sale.
Giving your kids a voice in the move helps them look forward to relocating to Orlando.
Moving isn’t the easiest experience, especially when you’re doing it with kids. But Orlando has a lot to offer families and we’re sure you can make a home here. Downsize, declutter, and get organized before the move to start the stress-free experience off on the right foot.
