Where to Spot the Best of NYC’s Pride Street Art Jun 24, 2019 New York City has a lot to celebrate in the month of pride. What better way to do it than with street art? In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall uprising, 50 new colorful…
Wineries to Visit Nearby Our FlatRate Moving Branches Mar 21, 2016 After all this moving business is over, you’re going to need a few days to kick back and relax. If you’re a wine enthusiast, you know the best method for chilling out is with a good glass of wine. However, if you’ve recently relocated to unfamiliar terrain and demand the best taste available in your area, take a trip to a local winery near your new digs. Vineyards are big business across the country, so you’ll want to check out the list below for how to find wineries in and…
How to Label Boxes for a Move Oct 1, 2014 Dealing with mountains of unmarked boxes in your new home is no fun. This is especially true in a smaller house or apartment where there isn't much room to unpack and move furniture around. Even if you are someone who is always up for an adventure, not being able to find the coffee maker or your shower liner when you need it could put a damper on your move. If you have a higher budget to work with then you can take advantage of packing, furniture disassembly, and other moving…
Mobile Apps to Help You with Your Make Moving Day a Breeze Sep 25, 2014 Cross-country moving can be one of the most exciting adventures of your life. However, this does not mean it is going to be completely stress-free. Even if you hire cross-country movers, you still have a ton of other tasks to take care of. Just being on the road and knowing that your belongings are in the hands of someone else can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are a lot of apps that help simplify the moving process. Below are a few popular favorites recommended by the team at FlatRate. The…
Tips for Arranging Furniture in Your New Place Feb 12, 2014 One of the things that make unpacking so challenging is trying to arrange furniture among a sea of boxes. Obviously, this is an even bigger issue in a small space. You literally have to shift the contents of the entire room like a jigsaw puzzle. Then, when you decide you don't want something where you positioned it, you have to go through the process again. This can consume a large amount of your time and energy. There are things you can do to make arranging furniture a whole lot easier. General Measurements Ideally,…
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…
Best Time of Year to Move to NYC Oct 18, 2018 If you’re planning on moving to New York City shortly, you are likely filled…
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…