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Tips for a Smooth Move
Posted August 23, 2011 by Jennifer
For about a month or two now, we’ve been coming up with moving tips to share with everyone on social media. After a few weeks of this, we’ve compiled quite an archive of all of these ‘Moving Monday tips’ as we like to call them. So, instead of scrolling down our Facebook page or searching…
Moving checklist – don’t forget to…
Posted October 7, 2009 by bwarner
We’ve covered a number of packing tips – especially for those rooms or areas that are difficult or create paranoia (e.g. – “Oh no, my china!”). Moving advice would not be complete without a reminder for those small things that slip through your memory like a sieve. Forward your mail: What seems obvious to most…
House Hunting Tips
Posted October 1, 2009 by bwarner
When looking to sell an old house in favor of a newer one (due to growing a family, ditching a bachelor pad, etc.), buyers can be faced with difficult tasks, old and new. Step 1. Work with the pros – Unless you’re a seasoned veteran or the epitome of independence, working with a realtor and…
Determining the cost of your move
Posted June 1, 2009 by Vince P.
There are many factors that will affect the cost of your move. Be sure to carefully consider these, and be prepared to find more along the way: Size: The overall weight of your move can affect the price with some companies. Generally portable storage is not weight based, however with professional movers, often the heavier…
Self-Moving, part two – preparation, people and patience
Posted May 25, 2009 by Vince P.
Relocating by yourself requires some special dedication. It also helps to have a handle on three prerequisites: Preparation, people, and patience. Preparation: Start preparing for moving day well in advance – as far out as 6 to 8 weeks, if you have that luxury. Often, people don’t set aside enough time to adequately pack and…
Self-Moving, part one – is moving yourself the right move for you?
Posted May 22, 2009 by Vince P.
As we grow in our careers, add to our families, and continue through our complex lives, relocating becomes more and more complex. There are many ways to complete a successful move by yourself, and there are many ways to have the move process taken care of for you. [link to pods.com] How do you know…
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