A Mother’s Touch Movers in Melbourne, FL, is here to help you decide whether renting a storage unit to help you fit into your new residence might be right for you. If you have more belongings than will fit into the new space, a storage unit may be a way for you to maximize the floor space you have without ridding yourself of your belongings.
Consider whether a storage unit is worth the extra cost. (A larger residence may be the answer, too!) Analyze your belongings and assess whether you need to store the items or whether they are just clutter that you can throw out, sell, or donate.
Pros
Storing your extra items makes sense when:
- A storage unit can be a good place for the belongings for which you aren’t yet ready to let go.
- Renting a storage unit is a simple way to deposit your extra belongings if you have to move to a smaller residence when pressed for time. Later, you can walk through the storage unit and decide what to throw out, sell, or donate.
- If you have to make a temporary move for a job or to a city where rental prices are at a premium. In both of these instances a storage unit can be a good option. It will allow you to rent a cheaper and smaller residence while keeping your non-essential items nearby.
Cons
Less clutter or more space makes sense when:
- Don’t forget that you get a bill every month for renting a storage unit, so if that doesn’t fit into your finances, renting may be for you. Missing too many payments means the storage company becomes the owner of your items.
- Items in storage can make you think you’re being organized, but if using a storage unit leads you to acquire new things (especially duplicates of the stored items), you probably need a larger living area.
- Ensure you really want or need to keep the belongings you are storing and that they are not clutter instead. Never using something in storage certainly means you don’t need it!
A Mother’s Touch Movers knows you have a lot to consider when preparing for a move. If you have questions about moving survival, contact us today.
