In 2016, it seems like the moving trend will be for more people to purchase homes. This is because rents are continuing to increase while purchasing a home is becoming more financially attractive. If you will be moving from a small apartment into a larger house, there are some things you should take into consideration while planning your move. 

Work With a Moving Company 

If you are moving into a home you own from an apartment you are renting, then you will likely have a lot of things to take care of. Due to closing on your loan or preparing your home to be moved into, you may not have time to concentrate on sorting, packing, and moving. For this reason, it is essential that you hire a moving company, such as Absolute Moving & Storage Inc, for your apartment-to-house transition. Whether you want a full white glove experience or you simply want movers to load and transport boxes that you pack and unpack yourself, having extra help when you are making a large life transition can cut down on your stress and keep you on schedule.

Mark Furniture that You Would Like to Renovate 

You may find that much of your apartment furniture does not fit the style of your house. However, rather than purchase new furniture, you can give your current furniture a make-over by painting it or covering it with slip covers. If you plan to renovate your furniture to match your new house, then you should mark the pieces you plan to renovate. You can then ask your movers to place these pieces of furniture in your garage, shed, or work room rather than the rooms that you plan to eventually put them in. This will help encourage you to complete the renovations rather than allowing your furniture to remain as it currently appears for several months after you move in. 

Get Rid of the Apartment Necessities 

If you have spent the majority of your adult life in small apartments, then you have likely accumulated many convenient items that are specifically designed for small spaces. For example, collapsible laundry baskets and over-sink cutting boards have probably saved you space in your apartment. However, these items are not always as easy to use as their larger counterparts. If your house is considerably larger than your apartment, you should consider getting rid of your small-space conveniences and investing in larger items that will make the most of your new space. For example, you may want to get rid of your two-person sofa before you move if you intend to buy a three-person sofa for your new house. Getting rid of these items before you move will save you time and money. It will also prevent you from cluttering your new home with unnecessary items. 

Wait Until You Move to Purchase New Items 

When you first move into a larger house, it may feel sparsely decorated with your apartment belongings. However, you should wait until you are fully moved into your new home before making new purchases. This way you will not have to store items until you can move into your home. Additionally, you will get a feel for what type of furniture and accessories will complete each room in your new house. While you may need to buy some necessities immediately, consider living with your old belongings for a month or two before beginning to make large purchases to fill up your home. During this time, you may find that you actually like the amount of free space in your house and you do not need to buy as much furniture as you initially thought you did.