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Home » Blog » Moving Guides » When Is The Best Time To Leave NYC?

When Is The Best Time To Leave NYC?

Ross Sapir
Ross Sapir
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New York City can offer different things for different people. If you’re someone who’s looking for greener pastures, NYC can be the best places in the world to boost your career. You’ll be able to find a lot of businesses in the city which can help you achieve your goal. If you’re someone who’s eyeing to further your education, NYC has the best schools which can offer you the best education. There will always be a well-established university fit for your needs and wants. However, regardless of the number of opportunities provided by NYC, there will come a time when you’ll need to leave the city. This is the time in your life when you’ll have to pack all of your valuables, hire movers to help you out and start looking for another home.

Moving from one place to another is no longer new. A lot of families and individuals has been living in different areas all their lives – and you could be one of them. And if you’re planning to leave NYC soon, don’t do it abruptly. To ensure that your move will be smooth and cheap as possible, consider when you’re actually going to move:

  1. Moving during fall.There are several pros and cons when you’re going to move during fall. If you do move during fall, you’ll be able to make your move as a very memorable experience since you’re not tortured by having too cold or too hot weather. The temperatures are just right for you to be in and outdoors. Additionally, moving during fall will allow you to stay in your new home once the holiday season starts. You’ll also have better chances of buying a home during this time since the peak of the home selling season ends during summer. On the other side of the coin, moving during fall might not be ideal if you’re doing it with your kids. This is when the school year is about to start and to move might be very challenging for the entire family, especially for the kids.
  2. Moving during winter.Unlike when during fall, moving in winter can provide a lot of flexibility. This is one of the most obvious benefits when you’re going to move during winter. Since most classes are suspended and moving season is off-peak, it’ll be easier to move with the kids and be able to pay for cheaper moving rates. The demands for a professional moving company is low during this time of the year, giving convenience to your own moving schedule. However, moving through the cold weather can also become a hassle for some. Aside from combatting the weather itself, you still have to think about waterproofing your moving boxes and your new home.
  3. Moving during spring.The months of March to May usually have less demand when it comes to moving. When you move during this time, expect that you can get cheaper rates from professional moving companies and they’ll be ready to work with you throughout the entire spring season. And since spring is usually characterized by sunny weathers and airy temperature, moving during spring can become a pleasant and fun experience. But moving during this season can become an issue if you have kids since spring is when exams and year-end school activities are organized for students.
  4. Moving during summer.Summer is the time of the year where kids are free from all their academic responsibilities. This is one of the most obvious reasons why families would choose to move during this time. Additionally, summer is the peak of the home-selling season which means that you’ll be able to sell your home at the best possible price. You’ll likely succeed in your attempt for a DIY move since the days are longer during summer. However, it is also during summer when the services of the moving companies are priced at an all-time high. If you’re eyeing to move during summer, expect to spend a little more for your moving expenses.

Knowledge Is Power

Without a doubt, moving will require a lot of things from you. You’ll need to have the time, money and energy just so you can successfully move to another location. Aside from keeping track of all the tasks you’ll have to accomplish for the move, use this article as your guide to determine when is the best time to leave NYC. When you’re equipped with this information, all of your efforts will not be wasted and you’ll increase the chances of saving more money even when moving!

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