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To Move or Not to Move?

By Nextl3v3l | 30/08/2019

How can you decide whether or not you should move? Before making the decision to move consider why it is you want to move. Are you moving on a whim, or is it a practical decision?

A practical move the kind of move you do for a job, or a better school for your children. An impractical move is one that you have romanticised. It’s important to assess your decision to move based on practicality, and the long-term impact it will have on you and your family.

Questions you should ask yourself before you move:

  • Am I financially able to move?
  • Will this move help me progress in my career, or send me backwards?
  • Will the stress from moving disrupt my family more than it will benefit them?
  • Will the new cost of living advantage, or disadvantage me?
  • Is moving a necessity or a preference?
  • Are there jobs available in the new town/city?
  • Can your lifestyle needs be met in the new place?

For most people work is the biggest motivator when it comes to moving. Whether you’ve been offered a new job, your whole company is moving, or you’re looking to re-skill and move up the corporate ladder, even if you’re keeping your same job or title, moving is still a major life change.

A practical move takes practical planning, with jobs, property leases, children, pets, and large furniture items to consider, planning a move can take a lot longer than making the decision to move. Moving can be a wonderful and enriching experience, allowing you to explore a new town, city, or even country, with your loved ones.

It might not be the right time for you to move if you haven’t fully considered the implications of leaving your support system, or if you’re simply unhappy in your current job. On the other hand, a fresh place to live offers the potential of new friends, reconnecting with long-lost family members, and career expansion. Typically, when it comes to moving, your career prospects should look better in the place you plan to move to, than the place you currently are.

It also might not be the right time if you just can’t afford it. From the removalist to the security deposit, to the lease overlap, pet transport, and more, moving truly is one of the most expensive things you’ll ever do. If it’s worth it, it’s money well spent, however, if the job prospects simply aren’t as good in the new location as your current location, consider maybe a shorter move – moving suburbs, or departments at work might help satisfy the moving bug.

We, at Next Level Removals, are sure there are some more things you can think of that matter personally to you – but this should be a great starting point for you to be organised and prepared for the big day. If you have any queries, contact the team at Next Level Removals as we are here to help through each stage of the moving process. Call us today on 1300 005 400 or click here to arrange a quote.

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Jhunlee Pamintuan
Jhunlee Pamintuan
2023-10-30
Roy and Adony were absolute legends. They were open and honest from the start, treated our furniture with the utmost care. They were also very efficient!
Mitchell Collins
Mitchell Collins
2023-10-13
Roy and Adoni were a fantastic team. They were careful, considerate and easy to work with. Highly recommend going forward! Thanks guys.
Cool Fool
Cool Fool
2023-10-12
The removalist I had yesterday were awesome, Videl and Henry! Can’t thank them enough for their fantastic job today. They were very professional and helpful and competent. They didn't even bat an eye over all the stairs. Would definitely recommend these guys again. Thanks
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2023-10-08
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Ping-Cheng Wei
2023-10-05
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Ari Lander
Ari Lander
2023-09-24
Roy and Adoni moved our place today. They both worked extremely hard and were polite and I would have no problem recommending them to anyone needing removalists. They were fantastic!!!
Michael 34
Michael 34
2023-07-12
I really enjoyed this experience from next level removals as they treated me with respect and got my furniture removed as soon as possible and really safe. This saved me a lot of time and didn’t make a mess and I’m really proud.
Frank Dawood
Frank Dawood
2023-07-07
Hardworking, honest, punctual, well mannered, respectful, friendly & professional. We couldn’t ask for much more. We'll definitely be calling these guys again for our next move.
Amira Eisa
Amira Eisa
2023-07-04
Videl and Tony were very professional, efficient and on time. always obliging if we asked for additional work. I would definitely recommend these guys.

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