February 15, 2019

Storing vs Selling: 7 Reasons Why Storing Wins

Tempted to sell what you cannot fit? Here are seven reasons holding onto it may be the smarter move.

Whether you're moving to a new home, downsizing to an apartment, or relocating, one of the biggest questions remain: To Sell or To Store?

Making the decision to move your belongings to a storage facility or to just get rid of them is a tough call, but if you're the sentimental type, or even a self-proclaimed hoarder, then storing your personal items instead of selling them could be the best decision.

Below are 7 reasons why you should store instead of sell.

  • You get to keep your stuff. Leaving your old house, old town, or even old environment for a new one isn't easy. Don't pack on the stress of deciding what to let go of and what to keep. Having a storage facility at hand means you can keep all your favourite items without hassle.
  • Storage is simple. Storage is an easier option than selling. Simply Store's convenient service aims to save you time and effort. Instead of going through the hassle of hosting a yard sale or uploading pictures online and then having to negotiate, all you have to do is load and sit back while we do the rest!
  • Storing is affordable. Above all else, storage shouldn't cost you an arm and a leg. Simply Store provides you with an affordable storage solution to store almost anything, for however long you like.
  • Saves you money by eliminating the need to replace your belongings. If you are downsizing to an apartment, then you get to keep furniture and ornaments that will otherwise be useful when you move into a house with bigger space. This saves you money as you don't have to buy new belongings.
  • Items are tucked away for later use — you might not need it now, but you might need it later. Be it changing your relationship status or leaving for university; it may not have a clear use for now, but you never know what the future holds. You very well might need it later. And when you do, it will be right there waiting for you.
  • Washes away uncertainty — when in doubt, store it. If you are unsure of what it is you want to keep and let go of, then chances are you want to keep it all. You can do so easily and affordably with Simply Store.
  • Self-storage means you can access your belongings whenever you need them. Our mobile storage unit allows you to have easy access to your self-storage unit whenever you need it.

We are an affordable storage company based in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban and we can help you with all your storage needs. Simply Store charges a very reasonable storage fee. Simply load it and we will store it!

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