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If you chose to move yourself, and a short haul move is anticipated, consider arranging "bridge financing" to overlap a day or two. This relieves some of the timing pressures of any move and gives you time to clean the new home while it is still empty before loading it up with your contents. Need a room or two painted, wallpapered or minor repairs done? It is much easier to work in an uncluttered room. Don't forget to have hydro and electricity up and running if this is your intention.