In NYC, everyone moves quickly – whether they are walking on the street or shuffling into the carts on the subway. Fortunately, this fast-paced lifestyle means that a last-minute move isn’t out of the question. However, you can make your move a successful one if you keep the tips below in mind. These can help speed up the process so you can go from one apartment to another without taking up too much of your time on planning or giving you stress.

1. Hire packers.

If you have a lot of things in your current apartment, then hiring movers and packers is a crucial step in a last-minute move. A team of packers can get most apartments fully packed in one day, with each box labeled and every item wrapped up. If you want to add to the ease of moving, then hire the same team to unpack your things once you get to your new place. It will take them a fraction of the time it would take you to do the work alone.

2. Schedule your walk-through.

Leaving an apartment in NYC usually requires a walk-through with the landlord or property manager. Schedule this on the day before you move to make sure everything is taken care of in your new home. If you have this planned out ahead of time, you won’t have to worry about going back to the apartment after you move. Tip: Grab your keys from the new apartment or house ahead of time. Also, make sure you know how to get into the building, so you have access when you need it.

3. Call a few moving companies.

Not all moving companies will be available for a move at the last minute, which is why it’s important to call around. However, an added benefit of calling several moving companies is finding the best price. Ask what they include, when they can come, and how long it will take them to move all of your things. Sign the paperwork as soon as possible and try to move as early as you can to avoid traffic in the city.

4. Find the best way to move things in.

Before the moving truck arrives, figure out the best way to move things into your new place. It could mean finding a special elevator in your apartment or staking out a parking spot for the moving truck before it gets busy. Knowing what to expect can make the process go much more smoothly from start to finish.

5. Get rid of junk.

Anything you don’t need or want should be tossed out or donated before you move. It can help you save time and will also make the process of packing and unpacking more manageable. Fortunately, you can schedule a donation pickup to save time on anything you want to donate.

A Quick NYC Move

If you have the right help and take care of planning, moving in NYC doesn’t have to take a long time. If you put your mind to it, you may even be able to get your move done in one day or less.