Moving and Real Estate services go hand-in-hand, and as a professional, you’ll likely want only the best repertoire of referral businesses to help your clients thrive. If you plan on providing services to clients moving out of town, you’ll need to know the ins and outs of a long-distance to make sure they have the recommendations they need to prepare for their move.

Here are 4 essential long-distance moving tips to keep in mind when working with clients moving out of state, or even out of the country.

Plan Ahead: Make a Comprehensive To-Do List

Moving is incredible stressful without a strategy in place. Give your clients plenty of time to plan every facet of the move, taking note of important dates. This will help you both move forward with confidence. Be sure your clients include the following information on their list:

·  Official move-out and move-in dates,

·  Specific deadlines for packing certain rooms,

·  Essential dates for house cleaning, painting, inspections, or home services

·  When to drop off and pick up house keys,

·  And everything in between!

Make a Strategy for Kids and Pets

Be sure to let your clients know that they should plan ahead for child and pet care, and add these dates and addresses to their list! You won’t want antsy toddlers and nervous housecats getting in the way of an otherwise smooth moving experience. Finding a kennel, childcare center, or family friend who can babysit (or dog sit) in the area of your clients’ new home can relieve a ton of stress and help them focus. 

Find the Right Movers

It goes without saying that your clients shouldn’t attempt moving your household on their own, and you should recommend a quality moving company to do it for them! One bad move can damage your clients’ property and their belongings. A reliable moving service can accommodate special moving needs, like large equipment and vehicles, while providing storage services in the face of an unexpected delay. Booth Moving has your back with everything you and your clients need to feel prepared for the big day!

Learn Core Packing Techniques

Packing can seem like a daunting task, but these techniques make it simple and worry-free:

·  Put heavy items in small boxes to avoid breaking

·  Pack one room at a time

·  Label each box accordingly to prevent confusion

·  Fill gaps in your boxes with packing paper or fabrics

·  Pack heavy items first, at the bottom of the box

·  Pack dishes on their sides, never flat!

·  Wrap TV’s in quilted furniture pads

·  Tape boxes along all seams for a strong hold

Booth Moving’s Premier Partner Program

If you’re a realtor and you’re interested in referring your clients to movers as organized, quality-driven, and goal-oriented as you are, contact Booth Moving. Our Premier Partner Program is the referral network you’ve been looking for, giving you VIP treatment with the best service in town, for a special price no less. Call our moving specialists today to get started!