16 hidden costs of moving

No matter if you're moving neighborhoods or moving cross-country, moving is expensive.It's stressful too. You're forced to make tough decisions like what to keep and what to get rid of.While there's no way to get around these facts, it will help if you go into your move with some awareness. We consulted two professional organizers,Laura CattanoandLisa Zaslow(who is also the founder ofGotham Organizers), about some of the less obvious expenses that come along with a move.From parking tickets to stair fees, here are 16 hidden costs you should know about prior to moving day.SEE ALSO:26 things you should never throw out before you moveDON'T MISS:18 things you should always throw away before you moveNot getting your security deposit backAccording to Cattano, getting your security deposit back isn't always a given. It's possibleand even likelythat you've done things, like put holes into your walls, that will be hard to cover up once moving day rolls around. "When you've lived somewhere for a certain amount of time, you don't even realize all the damage you've done to a space," Cattano says.Plus, Cattano says that some landlords will try their best to find a reason not to give you your deposit back.Spending more money on a better moving companyCattano says that when it comes to choosing a moving company, many of her clients make the mistake of trying to save money. "Cheap movers can cost you more," she says. "Movers are expensive for a reason, and a good mover is not going to damage your things. If a good mover does damage your things, they're going to fix it."So, although you might not have been planning on spending a few hundred extra dollars on your movers, you, and your valuable items, will be happy you did.Packing supplies (if you're packing yourself)Cattano recommends letting movers do the packing for you, but if you're moving on a budget and decide to do the packing yourself, don't forget that you'll need to invest in supplies like bubble wrap, boxes, and tape.These items can add up quickly, and Cattano says that being cheap here won't help in the long run. The better qualityand therefore more expensivesupplies you buy, the more protected your things will be.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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