The New York Times - Yes, moving is a nightmare

I think a lot about moving. As someone who's moved nine times in 20 years, it’s (unfortunately?) just ingrained into the fabric of my being. At this point, my body is always prepared for what it knows to be a long, annoying process: the frustration of going through all of one's belongings, the physical and mental toll of transporting everything, the expensive messiness of the whole ordeal. It’s the worst. 

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I’m excited to introduce the newly-released antidote: Wirecutter’s ultimate guide to moving. It’s a comprehensive information hub that’s design to help you no matter where you’re at in the moving process—whether you’re preparing, actually moving, or settling in.

My co-workers and I spent over a year interviewing dozens of people who recently relocated to better understand what could help ease the pains. We learned (unsurprisingly) that moving tends to be super exhausting and expensive. Even worse, settling into a new home can take months, prolonging the stress. No wonder people dread the process.

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Our guide is packed with advice for all of it, like a moving checklist, budgeting advice, packing tips, recommendations for the best gear to outfit your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and more. 

While it certainly won’t solve all your moving troubles—sorry, we can't help to Tetris that couch through a too-small doorway from here—our hope is that we at least consolidated everything you’ll need to know in one easy-to-reference place that makes the process of moving even just a fraction easier.

Wirecutter’s ultimate guide to moving→