You’ve got the basics – cardboard boxes, newspaper, the phone number of a pizza place so you can feed the friends helping you move all your worldly goods. But do you have enough socks for the stemware? As with any major home project, there’s always someone out there with more experience and a host of clever ideas. Moving is no different. We’ve rounded [...]
If you’re interested in learning how to pack dishes for moving, then this means that not only are you facing a house move, but you must be also in the middle of the necessary pre-move preparations. Interestingly enough, you can’t go any deeper into the process of getting ready to move out than packing up your entire home. It is no secret that [...]
Everybody is entitled to their own opinion, but if you ask 10 random people to name the most disorganized process in life, you can rest assured that at least a few of the answers will be about the transitional period of moving to another home. Despite the bad reputation the moving preparations usually have, disorganization, chaos and stress are three words which you [...]
Moving is always related to spending a lot of time in organization and preparation, not to mention the move itself. It could often be difficult to plan a relocation and it usually takes a few months to make a smooth move, especially if it is a larger one. Time is an essential asset for everyone, and it is even more important if you [...]
Why is moving so hard? It takes your time and effort to plan it. It takes your energy to organize it. It takes money to pay for it. It is stressful for you, for your family and pets as well. Moving has a lot of down sides. And for all people it is difficult to relocate without any stress and any worry. That [...]
Moving to a new city can give you that sense of disorientation, that uneasy feeling that you don’t really belong there. Time will often help you overcome the initial shock, but post move periods can be really tough in the very beginning, especially if you have absolutely no idea what things to do after a move. Yet, the post relocation period doesn’t have [...]
1. Are movers obligated to move my goods for the estimate they quote? Not if it’s a non-binding estimate. Make sure all estimates are in writing. The estimate must clearly state whether it is non-binding or binding. If it’s a binding agreement, they’re legally obligated to follow the estimate. Remember, a mover is under no requirement to make an estimate to the shipper, so be [...]
Quick: What’s the worst part of a move? Packing—or packing? (Or is it packing?) Stuffing your entire home into a bazillion cardboard boxes (knowing you will have to unstuff them after the move) is, by general consent, one of the worst activities ever. And while it might seem like a mindless task, keep this in mind: It’s entirely possible to do it wrong. [...]
When you’re ready to talk with movers about your upcoming move, you need to be prepared for the conversation. Part of your preparation should entail a ready list of questions for moving companies who want to earn your business. The questions for moving companies below will kickstart the conversation and ensure you get the answers to pick the right mover. Do you work [...]
As your big move approaches and you survey your prized possessions, you may ask yourself, “How am I going to get all of my furniture and things from Point A to Point B?” Well, finding a moving company doesn’t have to be a stressful ordeal. In fact, there are moving options for every scenario. These four ideas for making moving easier can help [...]
