Introduction

When you are moving, handling the items you want to keep is the easy part - just call movers.  But mMoving becomes much harder when you realize you do not want to take everything with you. A house may contain furniture worth selling, useful items that could be donated, electronics that need recycling, and damaged belongings that simply need to be removed.

The easiest approach is not to treat everything the same. First decide what is moving with you. Then separate everything else based on its condition, value, and how quickly it needs to leave.

For a few items, you may be able to handle this yourself. For a whole house, a short deadline, or a mixture of items that need different solutions, a coordinated house cleanout can save considerable time and effort.

This guide shows you how to figure out what to sell, what to give away, what to recycle and what to throw away before you move. It also helps you understand when it's best to let one company take care of everything.

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