Planning the Move

Prepare for moving home in various life situations from leaving parents to relocating with pets. Our articles address timing decisions, choosing removal services and managing the emotional aspects.

Best Times to Move
Best Times to Move
Moving house is easier during school holidays and better weather, but timing depends on your job, finances, and family situation.
Choosing a Professional Removal Company
Choosing a Professional Removal Company
Get quotes from multiple removal companies and compare more than just price—check insurance, references and what services they actually offer.
Cleaning Your Home Before Moving Out
Cleaning Your Home Before Moving Out
A practical guide to systematically cleaning your home before moving out, whether renting or selling.
Coordinating Your House Moving Day
Coordinating Your House Moving Day
Get your house move organised with practical steps for handling contracts, utilities, and moving day logistics smoothly.
DIY Removal
DIY Removal
Weigh up the pros and cons of moving house yourself, plus tips on hiring a truck for a DIY removal.
Moving Home: Telling Your Children
Moving Home: Telling Your Children
Help your children handle a house move by knowing when and how to tell them based on their age and personality.
Moving Into Shared Accommodation
Moving Into Shared Accommodation
Tips for moving in with roommates and setting boundaries to avoid conflict and misunderstandings.
Moving Out of Your Parents' Home
Moving Out of Your Parents' Home
Get practical tips on affording your move and handling the emotional side of leaving home for the first time.
Moving Out When a Relationship Goes Wrong
Moving Out When a Relationship Goes Wrong
Here's how to manage moving out after a breakup, from handling shared bills to keeping things civil.
Moving Pets to Your New Home
Moving Pets to Your New Home
Help your pets adjust to moving house by preparing them in advance and keeping them safe on the big day.
Moving with a Baby
Moving with a Baby
Help your baby handle moving day with practical tips to reduce stress for your whole family.