Some view it as a perk and others view it as an annoyance, but sometimes it's just a part of the job: making a temporary move to a new city for work.

On the surface it sounds great. You'll get to experience a new city and state, perhaps meet new people and all while continuing to build your resume within whatever career you might have. That all sounds nice – and in most cases it is – but the daunting part is tying up the loose ends and taking care of all of the logistical factors associated with making a temporary move.

Here are seven things to keep in mind as you prepare to make your move.

1. See What Costs Are Covered

If you're making a temporary move, there's a good chance most of the moving expenses will be covered by your employer. Still, make sure to have that conversation with your superiors to ensure you're not stuck with an unexpected bill.

2. Consider Using National Services

One of the most tedious and time-consuming aspects of moving to a new city is setting up new accounts. If you would like to lessen this burden, consider using national services that can be transferred from market to market. This could include things such as bank accounts, auto and health insurance, and TV and internet service providers.

3. Have Your Mail Forwarded

It can be easy to forget to contact the U.S. Postal Service to make sure your mail is forwarded, but the organization has a website that makes it easy to set up online. The USPS also offers an option for those who plan to move back to their old address within 12 months.

4. Figure What to Do With Your Current Place

A temporary move means leaving your current living situation, so you'll need to figure out what to do with it. If you live with friends or family, the answer is easy – let them take care of it while you're gone.

However, if you're leaving for an extended period and finances are tight, you may consider subleasing your place while you're gone. The final option is getting rid of the place altogether, but keep in mind that means you'll need to find a new place to live when you return.

5. Decide What to Bring

What you bring with you on your temporary move will depend somewhat on the above factors. Is your new place fully furnished and paid for by your employer? If so, only clothing and other minimal essentials will be necessary. Will someone you know be taking care of your current place while you're gone? In that case, it makes sense to leave as many big items behind as possible.

Depending on your living and family situation, there are a number of options for making the most of short-term housing.

6. Create a Plan for Packing

When possible, it's always best to pack light. This give you more flexibility in how far you can go, and also makes it easy to move again if that possibility exists with your job.

Of course, that won't work in every situation. If you need to completely leave your current residence, organize your things into three categories: what to take, what to leave behind in storage, and what to discard or donate.

7. Use Trial and Error

Like anything in life, a temporary move for a job will become easier the more times you go through it. This simple checklist will help you navigate your first temporary move, and if the situation arises again you can streamline and tailor your experience to make it work best for you.