Is Moving Stressing You Out?

Chances are, you’ll be too tired to unpack everything right away. Keep your essentials within easy reach: a change of clothes if you’re back at work the next day, plus all your toiletries.

Pack a clear bin with a box cutter, paper towels, trash bags, eating utensils, select cookware, power strips, phone chargers, toilet paper, and basic tools. The clear bin lets you see inside and stands out from the cardboard boxes. Wrap your breakables (dishes, glasses) in clothing to save on bubble wrap.

For Bay Area residents, moving tips for Berkeley residents and guidance on what to look for in a full-service moving company in Oakland can help you plan ahead. BuzzFeed’s brilliant moving tips and advice from Moving.com are also solid resources.