Whether you are moving to the next town over or across the country, you are going to have to pack.

Looking at all of the items in your currently living space can certainly be overwhelming, but actually packing them up does not have to be.

When you're about to move, what tips do you need to consider in packing?

It's advisable to start packing as soon as you know you are going to move. Even if you are in the process of selling your house, you might want to start packing up some boxes.

If you leave everything until the end, you are definitely going to stress yourself out.

Creating a timeline is another smart idea. Allocate a different day to each room of the house, and the packing process will be done in no time at all.

Packing up fragile items is a little bit scary, and you want to make sure that these possessions of yours are safe during the duration of the trip.

Follow specific instructions for the type of item that you are packing, and be sure to realize that bubble wrap can really be your best friend.

On top of that, write the word "Fragile" in big, bold letters on all sides of the boxes so that the movers are aware of the contents.

If it's something that can go in your car, you might want to consider bringing that box along with you.

It's highly unlikely that you are going to unpack everything on your first day in the new house.

Therefore, you need to put the items you will need right away into a separate box.

This could include clothes, shower supplies, some bottled water and basic cooking utensils. Be sure that this box goes into a room that everyone is able to access.

You might think that you are going to remember where your favorite dress is or in which box you packed that china set from Grandma.

However, chances are, you are going to forget with everything else going on during the day of the move.

Make sure to label each box with the type of items that it contains and the new room into which it is going.

As you are packing up the boxes and labeling each of them, you should also start to put together a list that details what is in each box.

On the day of the move, put a check mark next to the box when it leaves the house.

By doing this, you will know if any boxes don't come out, and you can get them so they are not left behind.

Do the same thing as each and every box comes off the truck at the new house.

Moving can certain bring its fair share of problems along with it.

However, when you follow these tips, you can ensure a less stressful environment for you and better cohesion for the movers.