Get a Break from Uncle Sam – Federal Discounts for Moving Services Aug 25, 2014 If the thought of hiring a national moving company has you on edge because of all your other move-related expenses it may make you feel better to learn that Uncle Sam might be willing to help…
Signs You and Your Partner Are Ready to Move in Together Aug 18, 2014 Are you at a place in your relationship where you think you should move in together, but you aren't quite sure if you are ready? Many people focus so much on looking for reasons why it may not be a good idea that they miss the obvious signs that it will likely be a positive experience. If these points apply to you then maybe it is time to take your relationship to the next level. Half Your Wardrobe is Already There If you have already managed to take over half…
What to Do When Your Furniture Won’t Fit Through the Door Mar 29, 2014 Nothing ruins a moving day faster than standing outside your new house to find out your furniture doesn't fit through the door. To have a successful move day, it's important to not assume that just because…
Understanding Moving Company Liability Feb 20, 2014 You would not believe how many claims go unmade because people just are not sure what their moving company is liable for. You may also be quite surprised at how many people are extremely disappointed when they find out that their insurance coverage is not enough to cover damage or loss to their belongings. Learning about insurance and liability is not very exciting, but it is important. Even the most experienced movers from the best moving companies have accidents with valuables from time to time. Licensed and Insured Moving Companies…
Moving Announcement Ideas: Make Sure You Have the Help You Need Feb 5, 2014 Whether you are doing a self-move and are relying on friends and family to pull it off, or if you simply want to recruit help to pack, unpack, or disassemble your above-ground pool there are a few ways you can go about announcing your needs and intentions. You may simply be saying you planned on just shooting everyone a text the day before or something, but you will be surprised at how many people will claim they never received it. Not to mention, if you do wait until the last…
Moving a Pool Table? Thing You Should Know Dec 2, 2013 No one should have to tell you how heavy a pool table is. This is the main reason most people hire professionals to move them. However, there are other reasons why it is not a good…
Making the Move With Your Houseplants Feb 11, 2013 If you are someone who looks around your home and sees plants that you have put your heart and soul into for years, then the thought of them not accompanying you to your new home is pretty disappointing. Giving one or two plants away is one thing, but anything more than that is not something anyone wants to do. Well, you will be happy to know that plants can make the move with no problem, even one of significant distance if you plan properly. Plan On Moving Yourself Although you…
Depressed After Relocation? Try This… Feb 20, 2012 When it comes to moving, there are many unavoidable realities that we must all face. The toughest part is when we are dealing with the moving and storage aspect. That’s when depression usually starts setting in…
Tricks to Move Heavy Furniture Feb 6, 2012 We all get to move heavy pieces of furniture at some point in life. It can be quite a nightmare if you have no idea of how to go about it or if you don’t go about it the right way. Oh, and there’s also the problem of steep staircases, tiny hallways, and narrow doorways to add to the tugging and pushing. And if you have a credenza which weighs somewhere about 300 pounds or maybe more, you surely know that it’s a monster! If you know some tricks to…
What are the best days to move in NYC? Sep 1, 2023 If you’re planning on moving to New York City shortly, you are likely filled…
A FlatRate Guide to Selling Your Furniture (and other tips) Oct 16, 2019 At FlatRate Moving we are asked every day if we have any recommendations to…
The Ultimate Guide to Moving from NYC to LA May 2, 2018 Moving from NYC to LA is almost a no-brainer. For many residents of the…
Moving from New York to Florida: Tips & Expert Advice Apr 25, 2018 While it’s known as the home to Orlando, the “theme park capital of the…
9 Easy One-Pot Meals To Make Before You Move Mar 23, 2016 The days before you move can be stressful and busy while you juggle work, family,…
Moving and Storage: How Much Does It Really Cost to Store Furniture? Nov 21, 2015 Whether you are downsizing temporarily, remodeling your home, or moving out of the country…
How to Pack Candles for a Move Jun 12, 2013 When you think about packing up your house for a move, you may think…