Ok, I admit it. I'm a little freaked out. [Archive]

AnomalisticAnna

11-26-2006, 02:22 PM

I've moved a few times in my life, but never completely by myself. There was always family invovled and I always knew when and where I was going. This time around.. things are a little more dubious and I've got no one to count on but myself. Does anyone have any kind of advice for a drastic move across the country? I could use all the help I can get. (And why the fuck are U-Hauls so friggin expensive? Uuugh.)

Tenbatsuzen

11-26-2006, 02:24 PM

AnomalisticAnna wrote: I've moved a few times in my life, but never completely by myself. There was always family invovled and I always knew when and where I was going. This time around.. things are a little more dubious and I've got no one to count on but myself. Does anyone have any kind of advice for a drastic move across the country? I could use all the help I can get. (And why the fuck are U-Hauls so friggin expensive? Uuugh.) Where are you moving to?

AnomalisticAnna

11-26-2006, 02:31 PM

Phoenix, Arizona. Viva la desert.

Coach

11-26-2006, 02:31 PM

As a person who has done it recently, Go for it!I was as fearful as you are, origionally, but I soon realised that it can be an adventure!go down things you can take...replacable items...leave behind...plates,pots, microwave, tv, and such go bye bye. Sentimental objects...always take with if you can! If not..well sell them!

This message was edited by Coach on 11-26-06 @ 6:37 PM

Tenbatsuzen

11-26-2006, 02:32 PM

AnomalisticAnna wrote: Phoenix, Arizona. Viva la desert. PM or IM me.  My parents are putting the finishing touches on their house out there, and I've made regular trips out there since 2000.  I'll give you the scoop.

suggums

11-26-2006, 02:50 PM

my folks just moved out there.  get rid of as much useless crap as possible.  we still have way too much waiting to be unpacked, taking up a whole room of the house + garage, and they've had since july.i love visiting out there though, the mountains are beautiful and the desert is fun to hike in

Death Metal Moe

11-26-2006, 02:51 PM

U-Hauls are expensive one way.  In town they're pretty reasonable.

AnomalisticAnna

11-26-2006, 02:57 PM

suggums wrote: my folks just moved out there.  get rid of as much useless crap as possible.  we still have way too much waiting to be unpacked, taking up a whole room of the house + garage, and they've had since july.i love visiting out there though, the mountains are beautiful and the desert is fun to hike in For the last 3 months I've been slowly but surely throwing away anything I don't use on a daily or weekly basis. My ultimate goal in life is to own only as much stuff as I can pack and move in one day. I'm sick of useless shit lying around and collecting dust. The only things I really want to drag with me to Arizona (aside from my bare essentials) is a couple pieces of furniture, my tv, home theater system, and computer. I would love to bring my books, but I don't think I'm going to have enough room for all of them. ::sob:: And U-Haul should be shut down. They quoted me for approximately 3 G's! Ri-friggin-diculous.

This message was edited by AnomalisticAnna on 11-26-06 @ 7:00 PM

angelinad128

11-26-2006, 03:09 PM

Try renting a mini van one way from Hertz or the others. My g/f did that, she was luck enough to get onein NY that came from Ca were she was going. I dont remeber the price, but know where near Uhaul that's for sure.Have a great and safe trip!

Death Metal Moe

11-26-2006, 03:10 PM

AnomalisticAnna wrote:  And U-Haul should be shut down. They quoted me for approximately 3 G's! Ri-friggin-diculous.Holy shit.  Yea, go to Ryder, Hertz and anyone else who might rent you something.  Get another prices.Jesus.

Don Stugots

11-26-2006, 03:13 PM

AnomalisticAnna wrote: Phoenix, Arizona. Viva la desert. talk to FezPaul also, he lives out that way.  Reeshy to lived out there somewhere till he moved back.

angelinad128

11-26-2006, 03:15 PM

Also, when she was comparing the cars, she got the Nissan Quest. With the seat folded, it had the most cargo space. Trust me, she took alot of shit with her.

Landblast

11-26-2006, 05:54 PM

at least your going to a cool town,i would make preperations for major things that could go wrong so if they do you'll be covered.there's nothing like open road i'm jealous!  is 3 g's the best you could do?

TheRealEddie

11-26-2006, 05:57 PM

hoofhearted

11-26-2006, 06:19 PM

Well, here's my question: are you moving FOR yourself, or are you moving for a
dude? The reason that I ask is, if you're moving for yourself, then go for it, feel
great about it, and make the best of it. At some point, you have to go out and
make your own way in the world.

BUT, if you're moving for a dude, don't do it. Phoenix is really far away, and kinda
white-trash-ville. In other words, if you're doing it for yourself, then you'll find a
way for Phoenix to work for you. If you're doing it for a dude, you'll hate Phoenix..

UnknownPD

11-26-2006, 07:17 PM

When making a big move like yours...it's worth checking out moving companies. They can schedule you as part of a larger move. They charge by weight and you only pay for your part.

Badinia

11-26-2006, 07:56 PM

Anna, when I moved cross-country I rented space in a truck that made several other deliveries on its way to my house- they charge by the foot, and it could be a good way to go.  I think I spent $500 all told.  It's like putting your stuff on the bus and it meets you there, then you can fly to AZ.<a href="http://www.helpumove.com/index.htm">http://www.helpumove.com/index.htm</a><a href="http://www.helpumove.com/answers.htm?PHPSESSID=ccf7f0f996232abca499969fa15c 9784"></a>

Team_Ramrod

11-26-2006, 08:05 PM

AnomalisticAnna wrote: And U-Haul should be shut down. They quoted me for approximately 3 G's! Ri-friggin-diculous.For that much you can buy an old cube van, move out there and sell it when you're done!I'd suggest looking into that if you have the time.Moe had a good idea, if the cube van isn't for you look to other rental outfits

pittphantoms

11-26-2006, 08:41 PM

I moved from Florida to Los Angeles, and then from Los Angeles to Dallas in the past six months (all for work/promotions) by myself to both places.It cost around $2200 to have a single bedroom apt moved from Florida to LA - with the movers doing all the lifting (I packed).  I suguest using Allied Van Lines - they may seem more expensive, but there is NO bs with them.  Moving companies are the BIGGEST crooks in the US now, so if you use one, saving a couple bucks on an unknown company is insane.Good luck with the move, its stressful but it is a lot of fun too.  And dont be worried, you will meet people no problem.  If youre moving into an apartment complex, try to go somewhere with an activity group.  Its usually cheesy but you will definately meet people through it.

Tenbatsuzen

11-27-2006, 08:42 AM

I had suggested this to her last night, but I'll put it out there publically - with all the prices they are quoting, and this is a single woman moving, it might be cheaper just to take clothes and necessities, and re-buy at Ikea and Target once you're out there. You can really get all you need for less than 2500 at IKEA and Target.  Even less, depending on how fancy you want to go.

AnomalisticAnna

11-27-2006, 04:17 PM

hoofhearted wrote: Well, here's my question: are you moving FOR yourself, or are you moving for a dude? The reason that I ask is, if you're moving for yourself, then go for it, feel great about it, and make the best of it. At some point, you have to go out and make your own way in the world. BUT, if you're moving for a dude, don't do it. Phoenix is really far away, and kinda white-trash-ville. In other words, if you're doing it for yourself, then you'll find a way for Phoenix to work for you. If you're doing it for a dude, you'll hate Phoenix.. No, I am not moving for a dude. I'm going back to school and I want to try life somewhere else. I've never been one to stick to one place for too long. I'm entirely too curious to sit still and I'm kinda used to always being the new girl in town. And honestly.. it's not meeting people that freaks me out. I've never had a problem making friends (unless we're talking about quality friends, but that's anther topic entirely). I'm just stressing the actual move and registration process for school. It was always such a clusterfuck in the CUNY school system and I'm wondering if things will be as complicated as a transfer studentin Arizona. Tis all. I could use a glass of wine and a Vicodin, though...

furie

11-27-2006, 04:52 PM

AnomalisticAnna wrote: Does anyone have any kind of advice for a drastic move across the country? I could use all the help I can get. Uuugh.)

Phoenix, Arizona

Sleep by day; travel by night.

landarch

11-27-2006, 05:31 PM

I had a friend once that worked at a gas station/towing company.  He told me over and over that they rented Ryder trucks and towed U-Hauls.  I've always rented from UHaul for locals and the trucks have never left me on the side of the road -- even though they are running on 7 out of 8 cylinders and not all the parts are usually there.  I rented a 15' Ryder to go from MS to NJ about 8 years ago and it was around 900 dollars.  Good solid truck with only 10K miles on it.  All in all a worry-free move.THe minivan idea is the best so far though.  You can fit tons of shit in a regular work-van and you can rent those from UHaul too.  I can't imagine how much gas would be cross country in a full sized U- Haul........

Gvac

11-27-2006, 06:22 PM

AnomalisticAnna wrote: No, I am not moving for a dude. I'm going back to school and I want to try life somewhere else. I've never been one to stick to one place for too long. I'm entirely too curious to sit still and I'm kinda used to always being the new girl in town. And honestly.. it's not meeting people that freaks me out. I've never had a problem making friends (unless we're talking about quality friends, but that's anther topic entirely). I'm just stressing the actual move and registration process for school. It was always such a clusterfuck in the CUNY school system and I'm wondering if things will be as complicated as a transfer studentin Arizona. Tis all. I could use a glass of wine and a Vicodin, though... I don't wanna hear it.

Tenbatsuzen

11-27-2006, 08:12 PM

Gvac wrote: AnomalisticAnna wrote: No, I am not moving for a dude. I'm going back to school and I want to try life somewhere else. I've never been one to stick to one place for too long. I'm entirely too curious to sit still and I'm kinda used to always being the new girl in town. And honestly.. it's not meeting people that freaks me out. I've never had a problem making friends (unless we're talking about quality friends, but that's anther topic entirely). I'm just stressing the actual move and registration process for school. It was always such a clusterfuck in the CUNY school system and I'm wondering if things will be as complicated as a transfer studentin Arizona. Tis all. I could use a glass of wine and a Vicodin, though... I don't wanna hear it.  Such a fine sight to see.

Tenbatsuzen

11-27-2006, 08:14 PM

hoofhearted wrote:  Phoenix is really far away, and kinda white-trash-ville.  Uh, what?  It's the fastest growing Metro area in the United States, It's also one of the top three job markets in the united states, and one of the biggest tourist destinations.

fohat

11-27-2006, 09:21 PM

Tenbatsuzen wrote: Gvac wrote: AnomalisticAnna wrote: No, I am not moving for a dude. I'm going back to school and I want to try life somewhere else. I've never been one to stick to one place for too long. I'm entirely too curious to sit still and I'm kinda used to always being the new girl in town. And honestly.. it's not meeting people that freaks me out. I've never had a problem making friends (unless we're talking about quality friends, but that's anther topic entirely). I'm just stressing the actual move and registration process for school. It was always such a clusterfuck in the CUNY school system and I'm wondering if things will be as complicated as a transfer studentin Arizona. Tis all. I could use a glass of wine and a Vicodin, though... I don't wanna hear it.  Such a fine sight to see.  <img src="http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l246/fohat/kingtut.jpg" border="0" />Got a condo made of stone-a!

AnomalisticAnna

11-28-2006, 09:25 AM

Gvac wrote: AnomalisticAnna wrote: No, I am not moving for a dude. I'm going back to school and I want to try life somewhere else. I've never been one to stick to one place for too long. I'm entirely too curious to sit still and I'm kinda used to always being the new girl in town. And honestly.. it's not meeting people that freaks me out. I've never had a problem making friends (unless we're talking about quality friends, but that's anther topic entirely). I'm just stressing the actual move and registration process for school. It was always such a clusterfuck in the CUNY school system and I'm wondering if things will be as complicated as a transfer studentin Arizona. Tis all. I could use a glass of wine and a Vicodin, though... I don't wanna hear it. ?????