The Ultimate Guide to Packing Your Bedroom Jun 28, 2017 Your bedroom is one of the centers of your home. This is where you head after a long hard day to relax and get some much-needed sleep. If you're planning a move, you'll also need to…
Relocating to Another Country? International Movers to the Rescue Apr 18, 2017 You’ve finally decided to put your money where your mouth is and do the thing that everyone says they want to do but few actually follow through on: you’re leaving the country for a new life in a foreign land. Moving internationally is both admirable and terrifying. Some people move for the adventure. Others are required to relocate for school or a work transfer. For some, it represents an opportunity to save money or improve job prospects. Whatever your reasons, the Big Move will be an exciting chapter in your…
How to Choose the Best Moving Company Near You Jan 19, 2017 Simply put, most people do not like moving. Despite the excitement of moving into a new home and the endless possibilities it brings, the process of moving in and of itself is often grueling, redundant, and…
How to Move to the Right Neighborhood Aug 26, 2016 Finding the ideal neighborhood is as thrilling and overwhelming as searching for the perfect mate. Hoping for a permanent home base, you must identify what’s important to you, if it’s feasible and what’s available. Listening to friends and family helps but could lead you astray because not everyone needs or wants the same things. Discover what factors you must consider when figuring out how to move to the ideal neighborhood. What You Want When searching for the perfect neighborhood, create a list of what you want and what you don’t. …
How to Convince Family and Friends to Help You Move Apr 3, 2016 Lately, a clever commercial for a major cable company has been circulating on television. It shows a young man desperately trying to persuade his friends and family to help him move. After receiving a bunch of humorous rejections using puns, he resorts to his last choice – his cable company/Internet provider – to help him which proves to be the best choice. However, you CAN get help moving without handing over your firstborn. Follow along for hints on how to convince your friends and family to help you move without…
How Stressful Is Moving? Manage Stress with These Tips Feb 12, 2016 There's so much to do when moving. Our experts have been through it all and have compiled a list of ways to help manage moving stress. How stressful is moving? Ask any of your family and friends and you will get the same answer: SUPER STRESSFUL. From overstuffed basements and attics to go through to terrible, unscrupulous moving companies to weather-related delays, moving can be a headache and a half. But it doesn’t have to be. Managing moving stress is key to making the transition from one home to another…
The Benefits of Becoming A Moving Company Regular Nov 19, 2015 You have loyalty clubs and member cards coming out of your ears. You accumulate points like they’re going out of style and have the skinny on every members-only sale, perk and benefit in a 100 mile…
Organizing Your Home After a Move Dec 2, 2014 The daunting tasks of packing and moving are over, but your move is not finished just yet. You still have to unpack and organize each room in your new place. If you directed your movers to place boxes in their designated rooms and areas, your job is almost sort of complete. You've probably already unpacked your 'Essentials' box, linens, and necessary kitchen supplies, your movers placed all of your large pieces of furniture in their respective places so now you are well on your way to needing the rest of…
Life Hacks and Tips for Parents Nov 13, 2014 We're attending the Brooklyn Baby & Family Expo at St. Francis College in Brooklyn hosted by A Child Grows in Brooklyn. This event will be full of moms, dads, and parents-to-be. It's the place to be if you have a bun in the oven, a baby that just arrived, or even if you're a seasoned parent looking to stock up on goodies, parenting tips, and mingle with other Brooklyn parents. At FlatRate Moving we are dedicated to you and your family through every major moment in your life. We strive to make your life easier in any…
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…