In preparation for our RTW trip, we had a challenging milestone we needed to meet in order to get rid of all of our non-essential belongings.
The years of furniture and decoration purchases for our apartment(s) were at an end, and we found ourselves surrounded by dozens upon dozens of items that we had no use for.
The worst part about it was not that we had so much stuff, but rather that we were “moving” to our parents before traveling – over 4 hours away. This meant two things.
1) We had a deadline.
2) We couldn't have any big furniture go with us.
To us, selling all of our big furniture was common sense. We would want nicer furniture in our next place anyway, and could use the extra $1,000 to $2,000 in travel money. When poised with the alternative of renting a storage locker and spending roughly the same amount in the opposite, negative direction, our choice was simple.
But for others who are looking to travel long-term, there are a few selling and storage options worth considering for all the items you'll be leaving behind.
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