7 Tips For Moving With Less Stress (PHOTOS)

They say moving is the most stressful thing after death and taxes. There's nothing pleasant about taking stock of your material (and emotional) life during every step of the process--except the knowledge that it will eventually be over.

It's such a shame that the momentousness of buying or renting a new place is overshadowed by such a burdensome process. No one should lose sleep (or fingers or possessions) over what should otherwise be an exciting new life stage.

So we've come up with seven ways to move with less stress, so you can get on to the more fun aspects of this life change (like decorating!). Click through our slideshow and let us know your tips.

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