Moving Tips & Tricks
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I’m Moving Out of State, Now What?
As most people know, moving is exhausting, and many of us are bound to go through the process at least once in our lives. Although people are less likely to make a long distance move, there are still 7,268,000 Americans who move to a different state every year, according to statistics. If you’re looking to make the trek across the country or the next state over, it’s in your best interest to hire a professional moving company to ensure a smooth transition. Read More...
How to Prepare for a Long Distance Move
Long distance moves can be both exciting and stressful. It’s always a great feeling to be heading somewhere completely new: new job, new climate, new faces, and a new home. However if you don’t prepare yourself and your belongings appropriately, the long distance move could be more burdensome than it has to be. Here are a few tips that have helped other long-distance movers. Consider Professionals. We understand that part of the long-distance moving process is the traveling from point A to point B. Read More...
Moving in the Winter: What You Need to Know
Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures – oh my! Moving any time of the year can be a stressful situation, but moving in the winter adds another level of nervousness as it presents different challenges. Thankfully, we have a few tricks up our sleeves that all homeowners should know regarding moving during the winter months. Check the Weather. It may be a mild December this year, but don’t expect the weather to cooperate in the winter – it could change at any moment. Read More...
Downsizing Your Home Without Going Crazy
Is this the year you’ve finally decided to downsize? Perhaps all your children have left the nest, or you’ve just decided to scale back on a more lavish lifestyle. Either way, you’re not alone when it comes to making this decision. According to real-estate site Trulia, the average home size has dropped nearly 2,100 square feet, with 33% of Americans stating their preferred home to be under 2,000 square feet. Read More...
5 Things to Know for Moving Day
Perhaps you’ve moved a few times in the past, but each time you catch yourself thinking “Next time, I’ll be more prepared and organized.” Here are a few tips and tricks to get you more mentally prepared for your next move. 1.) Don’t Procrastinate As soon as you and your family make the decision to move, get started on the packing and organizing. Settling things far in advance, such as a change of address and forwarding mail, will prevent you from needing to make those changes when problems occur down the road. Read More...