The majority of people prefer to move to a new destination during the summer as the climate is warm and pleasant. It is also convenient for families as the kids are not in school but on holiday. However, with the benefits of the summer season, scheduling a moving appointment with the packers and movers company is challenging. Therefore it is advised to plan your house moving at the beginning of the year. Apart from the free available slots, you can also gain many other advantages. Here is a list of the pros and cons of planning your move in the month of January.
Pro: Flexible Moving Appointments
As winter is a lesser available time to move, moving and packing companies have their schedules wide open. Additionally, it is even less likely that families would schedule their move right after the December holidays, which you can take advantage of. You can freely pick your own moving dates and can change them if needed.
Con: Unpredictable Weather
One of the main reasons why people avoid moving during the winter season is because of the unpredictable weather. You never know when it could snow or when a snowstorm could occur. Snow and ice could cover every road and surface, which could cause someone to fall.
However, as far as snowstorms are concerned, you could pick another date, as January would probably be wide open. And for the snow and ice, it’s advised to hire professionals to deal with the packing and moving. They are also experienced in driving a heavy vehicle in the snow and would deliver your belonging safely.
Pro: Less Buying Competition
January is the perfect time to move to a new home if you purchased it during the fall season. As most housing purchases are made during spring and summer, the fall period creates a buyers’ market for the remaining properties. This leads to a dip in the prices, making the fall season the perfect time to buy a new home. With the purchase being finalized and having plenty of time for home renovation projects, you can plan a smooth move in January.
Con: Chances of Missing the Holidays
If you plan your move in the early weeks of the new year, you would have to start preparations in December, which can be tough with preparing for the holidays.
However, you could create a schedule to incorporate both the holidays and moving so you and your family have a smooth transition. Additionally, hiring an experienced packing and moving company could help you plan your move stress-free.
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