How are we all doing ?

Why not ask the solicitor to see if she's prepared to pay for some removers to pack things up? She might well be. This is a commercial transaction and speed costs. If she is then get the best local firm to quote ASAP.

All the best,

Latestart

I’ve asked for a few more days for completion.I suppose that might not be agreeable but we will see.Its so hard on my own I can probably be packed up by next week but need to get stuff into storage.I can’t afford a removal company.I’m speaking to my aunt later I expect she will come down and help.She said she will help out with moving costs.x

That's only 6 days! Is your new house through? You can't move out without a new home to go to. It is totally unfair don't let them bully you. Hx

They had already said that I might have to stay elsewhere if they could not tie both sales up together.I haven’t even exchanged contracts on the house I’m buying.My solicitor has been kind,he will do his best to get a later completion date.Just waiting to hear back from the buyers solicitors.Packed up another room.I do feel less than a fortnight to pack up a 3 bedroom 4 floor house unaided is not enough time.x

It’s looks like I should be able to move into the new house without having to stay elsewhere.The estate agent is working hard to ensure this.She has also given me the details of a man with a van so I may not bother with storage.It’s all happening xx

Having a pro-active estate agent is a plus. The whole show is coordinated by the solicitors who must ensure a same day exchange of contracts for your new house and your current property. Anything else is unthinkable because of the financial risks. You will not be cast out on the street! On the moving day it can be hectic with people tripping over each other's removal activities, collecting keys, reading meters etc., so keeping your attention on methodically packing in the meantime can be difficult. However, you will soon be able to find somewhere to sit down in your new home even if it's on a pile of boxes, take a deep breath and have a cup of tea, then smile, maybe shed a tear as the months of stress fizz to the surface. I expect many of us on the forum will also do the same in a supportive way. Ray xx   

Hi Ray.I know you all must be heartily sick of hearing about my woes but it’s really helped to be able to post here.Its been nearly 4 years since mum died.A stressful time but it will soon be over.At least I have moved plenty of times though this will be different.X

Jane, I'm sure we are pleased to be of some comfort to you, as you are to us when we have ups and downs with health and life. .

I appreciate all the supportive messages and virtual hugs I’ve had since mum died.This is a lovely group to be part of.The man with the van does house clearance as well and has excellent reviews.

Hooray!  x