Hong Kong Moving 101
After you have locked down your new flat and the ink is drying on the contract, don’t spend too much time celebrating because you have more work to do. Now you have to actually move! The easiest but least cost-effective way is to hire a moving company. If you have the money for it and/or are not in your 20s, it is a great option. Full disclosure: I have only done this once so I don’t have quite as much wisdom in this area. I will say it is nice! MUCH less stress and work than if you are moving yourself. I asked friends for moving company recommendations and went with one of those recommendations, but I know you can also google it or ask for suggestions on Reddit or Geoexpat. I happened to move close to Chinese New Year, so the rates were much higher than normal. Movers will also charge more if you are moving into a walk-up, but that is reasonable. That is something to consider when looking for places. You may be saving money on rent by living in a walk-up, but yo...