Moving in With Your Significant Other? Here’s How to Get Started! Jun 28, 2017 So you've decided to take the plunge as a couple and move in together. Congratulations, this is an exciting time for both of you! To make the most of this next step, keep the following guidelines…
Pack Your Clothing for your Move May 26, 2017 Moving can be one of the most chaotic and stressful times in our lives. Any tricks that will help organize the mess are always welcomed. Anyone that has moved will tell you that clothes are like…
Top Moving Tips for Moving During the Winter Feb 15, 2017 Here Are a Few Simple Moving Tips That Will Make Your Move Easier and Safer Any Time of Year! Moving homes can be a challenge at any time of year but when winter comes around, things can get that much more difficult. Not only do you have to take into account the same logistical issues as before, but you now also need to deal with busier roads, colder weather, rain and slippery surfaces, and possible snow. So how can you make sure that your move goes as smoothly as possible,…
How much do movers really cost? Dec 15, 2016 From packing your possessions and deciding what to leave behind to the actual moving day, everyone who’s ever moved apartments knows just how stressful the whole process can be. You need a reliable and professional moving…
How to Pack Your Bedroom Oct 7, 2016 Bedrooms aren’t impossible to pack, but the thought of having to pack up your bedroom may overwhelm you just the same. Many of you keep your bedrooms comfortable and cluttered because you’re probably not parading every guest you entertain there – it’s your private space where you sleep and keep however you choose. In order to motivate you to pack up before the moving company arrives; use this simple guide for packing up your bedroom. Grab the Right Supplies Before you check out the bedrooms, ensure that you purchase the…
What to Do With Used Moving Boxes Sep 23, 2016 Although we don’t recommend using secondhand moving boxes when moving, even if you purchase brand new ones from us, you will be saddled with gently used boxes that have no place to go after a move.…
How to Host a Yard Sale Before Moving Sep 21, 2016 If you’re not computer savvy, want to get rid of unwanted items in one fell swoop and earn some cash, host a yard sale before moving out of your house. Although the trend nowadays is to…
56 Mistakes NOT to Make When Moving Sep 9, 2016 If you’ve never moved before, you’re either in for pleasant surprises, rude awakenings, or an unexpected combination of both. Just because you’re a moving newbie does not mean you have to make mistakes, so check out our list of mistakes NOT to make while moving. Not tipping movers Using old, damaged, ripped up, dirty moving boxes Packing your important papers, expensive jewelry, and money in moving boxes to go into the moving truck Allowing surfaces to endure damage when moving furniture out of the house Failing to declutter before moving…
How to Move With Your Pet Sep 7, 2016 Pets mean so much to their owners and become family members. Although some may argue that pets are just animals, they require the same or more consideration than humans when moving. Your moving company cannot move your pet to your next home, but as moving professionals we work with pet lovers often and understand what must be done to move your pet without it raining cats and dogs. Following are helpful hints on how to move with your pet. Carrier Training Before scheduling your move, train your pet to like…
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…