What to Do Before a Move Feb 10, 2016 Unless you were just given the promotion of a lifetime, and you have to pack up and move immediately, there is a good chance that you have a fair amount of time to prepare. Moving demands a lot of preparation. There are a lot of small details to tend to before a move that works together to create a positive experience. If they are neglected, the move could leave you with feelings of regret. The idea is to start early. There are many things you can do as early as…
The Complete Guide to Tipping Your Moving Company Feb 6, 2016 How much to tip movers might be the last problem to deal with after a day of stress-inducing and crazy-making situations; especially if you just finished a cross-country move. You do not want to do is…
Creating a Moving Inventory List Feb 5, 2016 Does the thought of creating a moving inventory list make you cringe? If you are like most you simply want to pack and get the move done and over with as fast as possible, without a lot of extra work. After all, you are probably longing for the day when you are finally officially settled. Well, creating an inventory of your belongings may seem like a lot of extra work and a huge waste of time, but there are a few reasons why it will be time and energy well…
FlatRate’s Official Packing and Moving Checklist Feb 1, 2016 Packing your whole house may seem like a massive burden but when you look at the bigger picture, breaking down the job into small tasks can make the moving process much easier. Like any other large…
How To Move A Pinball Machine Jan 25, 2016 If you're planning on moving with your gaming equipment, keeping everything protected needs to be your top priority. After all, you have invested some solid time and money into it and the last thing you need is getting your equipment ruined in the process of relocating. When moving a pinball machine, there are several contingencies you need to address: is this a solid-state electronic machine from the ‘70s? Or is it a newer machine with more complicated mechanics and delicate electronics? How are you going to remove the backbox? What…
How To Pack A Garage For Moving Jan 18, 2016 With all the odd-size and sharp tools, the blueprint for how to pack a garage for moving is full of stumbling blocks. Where there are tampers, power tools, metal rakes, lawnmowers, and gasoline canisters, there is bound to be packing hardship. The key is to get organized, get moving and get a six-pack to responsibly reward yourself after the job is done. This guide will help make the process of packing up a garage as painless as possible. Moving your garage is going to involve many small decisions. For instance,…
How Do You Move A Shed Jan 11, 2016 How do you move a shed? Ahh, the age-old question. There are many reasons that you might want to learn how to move a shed. Maybe you moved into your new home and absolutely hate the…
How to Move Long Distance on the Cheap Jan 4, 2016 Strategies for how to move long-distance cheap are hard to come by. But with a certain amount of ingenuity and a willingness to forgo comfort and/or some security, you can bring down your costs of moving…
How to Rent Office Space: What You Need to Know Dec 28, 2015 One of the most important skills to know when moving your business is how to rent office space. The long-term financial ramifications, the short-term deal negotiating and the real-estate understanding are all very important aspects of running a profitable business. How much you pay for your office space is one of the highest costs you can incur while running your business. You need to do everything in your power to control that cost. Finding the perfect space, negotiating the right price within a competitive New York environment, understanding all your…
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…