5 Items You'll Forget When Moving

Recently I chatted with a friend who just moved apartments & was reminded of all the headache-inducing items I forgot to plan for when we first moved. Please learn from our mistakes - don't forget to plan for these 5 items when moving:

1) Cleaning Supplies
Brooms, dishwashing gloves and chemicals are easily forgotten when you've spent all week packing and cleaning. While you could potentially leave these items for the next tenant, consult your landlord or leasing agreement first to confirm you won't ironically be charged a clean-up fee.

2) Trash Cans
Related to #1, you've likely forgotten to plan for kitchen and bathroom trash cans and recycling bins. Save the car space - leave these in the alley next to the dumpster with a "FREE" sign for any potential drive-by takers and good karma.

3) Neglected Clutter
That dusty box in the attic containing all your birth and financial records... The living room drawer housing both junk mail and forgotten sentimental items... Clear out the clutter 2 weeks in advance to give yourself enough time to determine what's essential.

4) Opened Food
Don't waste precious car space or risk spills transporting cereal, rice, coffee or any other open foods. Instead, arrange to donate opened food to a close neighbor or friend & treat yourself to a Starbucks breakfast on the day-of.

5) Spares
Keys, light bulbs, garage openers - you name it. Plan for these items ahead of time so you don't lose time on the big day collecting and depositing spares.

Hopefully this post saved you a headache - happy moving!