After four years in the same apartment, I finally moved! And as a shopping writer, I had a substantial amount of clothing , kitchenware, décor and trinkets , as well as furniture to pack up. And the subsequent moving quote was a harrowing experience for my bank account.

That said, I discovered the secret to a more economical move. Instead of paying upwards of $500 or more on cardboard boxes, I purchased a Homesure 8-Pack of Moving Bags . These sturdy bags were able to hold my entire wardrobe with the hangers still attached. Plus, there were zero rips or broken handles as my bags traveled some 60 blocks downtown.

Keep reading to learn all of the reasons I’m obsessed with these under-$30 packing bags.

Homesure 8-Pack of Moving Bags

$28 $25 at Amazon

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