06/23/2026
NAR’s consumer guide can help ease the overwhelming feeling that comes when you’re surrounded by boxes after a move. The guide offers 10 smart unpacking tips, including establishing a priority order, typically starting with the kitchen, bathroom, and bedrooms; wiping down each room before you start; unpacking and discarding boxes before putting things away; and having garbage and donation bags at the ready.
Moving is one of the greatest stressors in life, but it’s important to save some of that adrenaline for the final task: unpacking. If you’re surrounded by boxes and feeling a little overwhelmed, these tips can help make the unpacking process go more smoothly.