Moving Costs – If you ever move …

Moving costs money.

Surprised?

Here are some questions (answers below):

1. How much does it cost to rent a one-way 26′ box truck for 5 days and unlimited miles?
2. How much does it cost for boxes?
3. How much does it cost for the fuel to get from point A to point B?
4. How much does it cost to rent a car tow dolly?
5. Have you thought about furniture pads?
6. How much does it cost to get your old house ready to move out of?
7. How much does it cost to get your new house ready to move in to?
8. If you are selling your home, how much does it cost?

1. One-way rentals are FAR more expensive than returning the rental to the spot you picked up the truck. General costs for a one-way rental is between $1,300 and $2,500.
2. Boxes. Wow. Moving boxes that you purchase run anywhere from $150 – $500.
3. Fuel? Depends on the average gas prices. 26′ box trucks get HORRIBLE gas mileage – between 4 and 7 mpg. If you get a diesel, you can expect to get between 8 and 12 mpg.
4. A car tow dolly will run you around $200
5. Furniture pads are very cheap. Around $10/dozen. Get at least two dozen more than you think you will need.
6. Depends greatly on the condition of the home. If you’ve maintained things well, it could be $500 or less. If you haven’t maintained things well, it could be a LOT more.
7. Depends greatly on the condition of the home. If you negotiate effectively, you can have the house handed over in great condition.
8. If you use a realtor, selling fees on a home generally run between 4% and 7%. If you sell your home yourself, you can do it for somewhere around $1,500.