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7 Things To Consider Before Relocating for a Job

Relocation and Moving

by Easton Smith Posted on June 29, 2020

Moving for a job can be exhilarating, but before you pick up and go, here are seven important points to consider before relocating for a job.

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Moving In Chicago: What’s The Best Way To Relocate In Or Out Of The City?

Chicago Illinois

by Megy Karydes Posted on June 18, 2020

Whether you’re moving out of the city to the suburbs, moving long distance, or just relocating locally, it’s easy for your brain to get overloaded with all the details both big and small. But before you jump into googling Chicago movers, it’s important to remember that you have real choices in how you make this move. To help with deciding what’s best for your move, here’s a look at your options, how each works, and the pros and cons.

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Do I need renters insurance?

Real Estate Advice

by Sofia Rivera Posted on June 8, 2020

Is renters insurance worth it? For a relatively small cost, it can save you thousands when something goes wrong. Here are answers to your most common questions, from how much renters insurance costs to what it does and doesn't cover.

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Moving in San Francisco: Best SF Bay Area Neighborhoods in North Bay, East Bay, and The Peninsula

California San Francisco

by Kristin Hanes Posted on June 4, 2020

If you’re moving in the San Francisco Bay Area, you’ve got a lot of ground to cover when you’re deciding where to live. This guide focuses on the neighborhoods and suburbs outside the city, where you can find more breathing room for both living and your budget.

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Aging in Place Remodeling: 7 Ways to Make Life Safer and Easier in Retirement

Remodeling and Renovation Tips

by Kristin Hanes Posted on May 11, 2020

Whether you’re planning for your own home or helping a parent or other loved one live more safely and comfortably, here’s a list of the most common remodeling projects for aging-in-place.

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Boston Moving Services: What You Need To Know About Moving Costs and Options

Boston Massachusetts

by Sofia Rivera Posted on May 7, 2020

Whether you’re moving across the country or from another location in Boston, we've got you covered! Find out which Boston moving service is the best fit for your situation.

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Remodeling? What You Need to Know About Home Improvement Loans

Remodeling and Renovation Tips

by Carol J. Alexander Posted on May 4, 2020

Learning about home improvement loans may not be nearly as much fun as picking out new kitchen cabinets, but you could save thousands of dollars by choosing the right financing option. If saving money rates high on the fun-o-meter in your house, then get started with our plain English guide to home improvement loans.

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Moving in DC: A Guide to Moving in and out of the DC Metro Area

Washington DC

by PODS Posted on April 30, 2020

Planning a move in DC can be seriously stressful, with so much traffic and so little parking. Find out how to avoid DC-style moving drama with our guide to DC moving options -- including traditional movers, moving containers and rental trucks.

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Declutter Your Home: A Simple Guide to Decluttering Fast

Declutter

by Kristin Hanes Posted on April 21, 2020

If you feel stressed out by all your stuff, you’re not imagining things. Clutter overwhelms our senses, distracts us, and creates guilty feelings. So it’s no wonder why you’re finding it hard to relax. Find some relief from the mess and use this guide to create a decluttered and comfortable home.

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7 Things You Should Know Before Doing DIY Home Improvements During Coronavirus

Remodeling and Renovation Tips

by Lorie Jewell Posted on April 20, 2020

With stay at home orders in place, it can seem like the perfect time to tackle some home improvements. But before charging into what could inevitably turn into a significant undertaking, stop and think it through. Consider these seven things most impulse DIYers wish they’d done before jumping into a home improvement project.

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