How to prepare for moving home
Preparation and planning are crucial when it comes to moving home. Here’s some information to help the process go smoothly, regardless of whether you’re organizing the move yourself or hiring professional movers.
Find a new home
Maybe you’re looking for a new apartment, or you want to move in with your partner. Comparis provides information and tips on the subject of property, apartments and moving home.
Property marketplace
Looking for a new apartment takes time. Find out what prices are like in your desired location. If you’re moving in with your partner, create a budget.
Extract from the debt collection register
Most landlords require an extract from the debt collection register. They’ll want to know if you’ve been subject to debt collection procedures in the past. Organize the extract from the debt collection register in good time.
New tenancy agreement
What should you watch out for in the rental agreement? And what additional documents do you actually need to sign? This is where the legal pitfalls lie.
Rental deposit
Many landlords require a rental deposit. This security deposit can be the equivalent of up to three months’ rent. We answer the most important questions about rental deposits here.
Financing a move
No matter whether you do the move yourself or hire a moving company, there will be costs involved. How to keep moving costs to a minimum.
Giving notice on your current home
Are you or your landlord giving notice? Find out what you need to know about your rights and obligations here. You can also read tips on preparing for the apartment handover.
Everything you need to do before moving home
Moving your furniture
Finding the right moving company
Hiring a removal van: finding the right vehicle
Buying moving boxes cheaply
Renting a storage space – tips for storing furniture
Buying banana boxes – the Comparis guide
How to move a piano successfully
Costs of moving companies: how much a moving company costs in Switzerland
Moving hacks: the best way to pack boxes
More information
From packing to settling in: what you should be aware of
Key points to note for each stage of your move.