14 Crucial Items You Need To Purchase Prior to Moving Day

For first-time homebuyers and seasoned homeowners alike, moving day is a major drag.Of course, it's exciting to start the next chapter of your life in a brand-new place, but the process of moving can be a grueling, exhausting ordeal. Aside from having to sort through literally everything you own, you have to deal with the physical side of moving: packing boxes, lifting furniture, and deep-cleaning your house.So to make moving day as pain-free as possible, you'll want to have specific household items at the ready.“Move-in day can be pretty nerve-wracking; there's a lot to do,” says Paul Travaglini, a real estate agent at Century 21 Seaport in Winthrop, MA. “My advice is to try to take it slow, and to make sure you have some necessities handy."We spoke with experts and rounded out the ultimate checklist of things you'll appreciate having on moving day. These items will help you get settled sooner and ultimately make a smooth transition into your new home.Loading...Think of it like this: Anything you don't use can go into the emergency kit for later!Getty Images1. Bottled water and foodYou're likely to be starving after hours of cleaning and moving, and won’t want to make a trip to th...