Move Planning - Page 31

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

For some, there is nothing to consider when scheduling their move. They have only one day off, and no children to schedule around. However, most people go back and forth with dates, trying to pick the best day and time to start planning everything. If this sounds like you, and you have options then there are a few things you should consider before confirming a day. Budget If you are trying to pull off your move by spending the least amount of money possible then you will want to schedule…