Many moving experts recommend that you purge your home of unneeded belongings before moving. However, this purging process can be difficult for many. You may not have a lot of time to devote to the project. It can be hard to let go of things. You may not know what to do with them. Or you may worry about the chaos it could create in the house as you pack.

How can you overcome these challenges and avoid stress during the pre-move purge? Here are a few things that can help.

1. Purge Before Packing.

Many people try to purge things from the home while they're in the process of packing too. This causes several problems, most notably an exponential increase in clutter and confusion in your living space. Try to complete a purge before you pack any boxes at all. If you don't have a lot of time, outsource the packing to movers and focus on purging.

2. Go For Impact First.

Start your purge with items that will give you the most bang for your buck. This means getting rid of pieces of furniture, old or broken appliances, entire closets of stored baby clothes, old gym equipment, and things like these. This way, you get a boost from seeing large-scale success and you've already made more space if you can't purge your home completely. 

3. Don't Stress Over Purging.

While you can save money and space by purging many things before the movers arrive, don't get too worried about failures in this area. It's okay to move things that you may get rid of at your new home. If you pay movers for an extra few boxes or a few square yards in the truck, it's not going to break the bank. The savings isn't worth your stress or anxiety. 

4. Ask the Movers for Help.

Did you realize that your moving company may be a good resource during the purge? Many companies offer services that include assistance with packing projects like a purge or transportation to the dump or to recycling locations. Having outside, professional help can help take off the pressure from you. 

5. Give Items Away.

If you have trouble throwing out or letting go of items, focus on giving them away instead. Feeling that your belongings have a good home or that you've helped someone can be a great motivator. Many people have a pre-move garage sale, but the financial gain may not be enough to warrant the extra work compared with simply finding someone appreciative of getting the things. 

Want more help and ideas to complete your purging challenge? Start by speaking with your local moving company. They will work with you to help make your move the best it can be.