Tips for Moving to a Higher Altitude Sep 30, 2014 Whether you have dreamt about living in a mountain chalet your entire life or if you just got a promotion to a location with a higher altitude there are a few extra things to be mindful of when moving to a higher altitude. Hire Movers You can't understand how thin air will affect you until you experience the acclimation period firsthand. Even if you feel "fine," there is still a good chance you will exhaust much sooner than you usually do. Do yourself a favor and hire long-distance movers. You…
Shipping Your Car for Cross Country Moving Sep 26, 2014 Most people relocating a great distance hire cross-country movers and then drive their car. Sometimes, this is not a practical option. For example, if you have too many family members to fit in the car at one time or you are a single parent traveling with a baby or toddler. Maybe you simply are not comfortable driving that distance. Alternately, if you have an old collector's car or a high-dollar sports car that only gets used on special occasions, obviously this would get shipped. Since you will not be with…
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…
6 Things to Do Two Months Before You Move Sep 1, 2014 The second you know interstate moving is in your near future you should start preparing. It is easy to say, "I have three months, I'll do that later!" but soon it will be two months, then you will be down to 30 days, wondering where the time went. These moves require a lot of preparation before you move. The last thing you want to do is wait until the last minute, unless you really enjoy being miserable, and are hoping for an awful experience. Start Contacting Interstate Movers - There…
Tips for Getting that Perfect Apartment Aug 23, 2014 You have been searching for what seems like forever for the perfect apartment. You have your list of needs and wants, and you have researched a few areas you are focusing on. Maybe you have the money ready to cover moving costs, and you might even have a pile of boxes just waiting to be filled. Then, one day, you get online to scan the sites you usually do, and suddenly there is this gorgeous loft downtown listed. It has spacious closets, hardwood floors, and a Roman tub, and it…
Moving Help: Pros and Cons of Moving into a Home with a Pool Jun 6, 2014 Are you tossing around the idea of buying a home with a pool, but you are not quite sure how you feel about it? Maybe you have already closed on the house and you are getting…
A Guide to Moving Antiques – Flatrate Moving Mar 10, 2014 Unlike items you buy at a local furniture store, antiques cannot simply be replaced if the damage is done during a move. Whether you have an entire collection of these finely dated pieces throughout your home, or if you have one single piece handed down through generations it will require a little extra care during the moving process to make sure it arrives at your destination in the same condition. Appraisal Before you even start comparing movers, you should have an appraisal done on all of your antiques. You cannot…
Tips for Moving a Warehouse Feb 18, 2014 If you have been put in charge of moving a warehouse then someone must think very highly of your organizational skills. Either that, or you are the owner, and you don't trust anyone else to handle the responsibility. Regardless of your situation, this is a huge job! If you are not on top of things from the beginning, you will likely feel overwhelmed, stressed, out of control, and maybe even a little frustrated. This guide will help you keep a firm handle on everything. Take your time and double-check every…
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,…
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…