If you are moving to smaller apartment, chances are you would have extra furniture and items that will not fit your new home. The best solution to your problem is getting a self storage unit. Of course, extra storage space is always welcome as it makes the house look more relaxing and less cluttered.
 
De-Cluttering and Keeping Seasonal Items
 
A time comes when you feel you just need to tidy things up. But your room and your entire house are filled with items you've accumulated over the years. But then many of the items in your home mean a lot to you. So instead of throwing them away, there is still a way to keep them. That is if you rent a self storage unit.
 
Seasonal items can be stored in self storage units as well. If you have sporting equipment and a lot of seasonal clothes, you can have them stored there too so your home would not be too cramped. 
 
Part of the Moving Process
 
If you are moving to a fully furnished home you would not need most of your old furniture. At times, certain furniture pieces don't fit the look or the size of your new place. If you are faced with this dilemma, you can store them in self storage units until you decide what to do with them.


   
If you are putting your current home up for sale, you would also need to de-clutter so potential buyers would find it more attractive. So while fees are entailed in storing your things in self storage units, it's still worth it if you are able to sell your house earlier and at a better price.