Moving

7 Essential Moving Tips For High-Rise Apartments

by Katherine Alex Beaven Posted on March 1, 2021

Moving on up? Get our essential tips from prep to successful execution for your high-rise move — including what you need to know about your building’s moving rules before you start hauling furniture.

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Moving Long Distance? Must-Read Packing and Loading Tips To Prevent Damage

Long-Distance Moves

by Katherine Alex Beaven Posted on February 9, 2021

Moving cross-country? Chances are, you’re worried about whether all your stuff will survive the trip in one piece. That’s a reasonable concern. After over 20 moves, I’ve learned the hard way that the greater distance, the higher the risk of damage. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the risk, and we’ve gathered our best packing and loading tips to help you protect your belongings along the way.

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Hiring a moving company? 7 things to ask when vetting moving services for your relocation

Relocation and Moving

by Katherine Alex Beaven Posted on February 1, 2021

While not every moving service is the same, there are a few essential questions that you should ask no matter what. These will help you navigate the process of vetting and getting moving quotes and estimates so you can decide which company you trust the most to protect your belongings and meet your needs -- on time and on budget. Ready to go? Read on.

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Buying a Home During The Pandemic? Prepare for the unexpected before making a move

Real Estate Advice

by Liz Taylor Posted on January 26, 2021

If you’re buying or selling a home in 2021, the home-buying and moving process can pose extra challenges. Find out how to survive potential closing delays and other complications related to the crazy COVID-19 market with this first-hand advice from a recent home buyer.

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How to Get Accurate Moving Cost Estimates -- Don’t even think about getting a moving quote before reading this

Moving Tips and Hacks

by Alex Keight Posted on January 18, 2021

No one likes getting a final bill for their move that’s hundreds or thousands more than the quote. So the best way to prevent this from happening? Know how to get an accurate moving cost estimate. It requires a little homework, a bit of comparison shopping, a good look at what you’re moving, and a whole lot of questions. Read all about it now.

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Military Moving: 8 Tips for Getting Settled Fast After a Military Move (or Any Move!)

Military Moving

by Lizann Lightfoot Posted on January 11, 2021

After six military moves, I’ve learned that moving a family is much more than packing up and unloading boxes. You have to relocate and restart every aspect of your lives. Whether you’re in a military family making a PCS move or a civilian relocating to a new city or state, use these tips for getting settled quickly and making a new place feel like home.

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Working From Home? Find The Best Places To Live In 2021

by Liz Taylor Posted on January 4, 2021

The increased acceptance of working from home is a game changer in terms of having more freedom to choose where you live. Take a look at the 10 top best places to live, based on Zillow and Yelp data focused on affordable towns with a city feel.

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Top 10 Tips for Military Moves

Military Moving

by Lizann Lightfoot Posted on December 2, 2020

Although every military move is a different experience, there are hacks and strategies that will work to ease the load every time. Read on for 10 top tips from a military spouse who’s conquered six PCS moves in 12 years.

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Moving Tips: We answer your top questions

Moving Tips and Hacks

by Liz Taylor Posted on November 23, 2020

Moving may not be rocket science, but it can seem pretty darn complicated sometimes. That leads to questions. A whole lot of questions. So we decided to put together a list of answers to the most common questions people ask about moving. Bonus: You’ll find all kinds of helpful moving tips and nuggets of advice within the answers.

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12 Must-Know Tips for First-Time Home Buyers: How To Save Headaches, Heartaches, and Hard-Earned Cash

Real Estate Advice

by Sofia Rivera Posted on November 16, 2020

As thrilling as buying your first place can be, there’s a lot more to it than touring homes and choosing paint colors. Expect plenty of highs, lows, and sharp curves ahead -- especially with our crazy housing market. But don’t let that scare you off. As with anything else, knowledge and preparation can go a long way in building confidence. So take a deep breath and get ready to make your big move with these tips for first-time home buyers.

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