PRE-MOVE TIPS
How Many Boxes Needed To Move? (Simple, Instant Calculator)
Knowing exactly how moving boxes and packing materials you need for your move can be quite difficult and may [...]
How Many Wardrobe Boxes Needed For Moving? (Do You Need Them?)
In my years in the moving industry and having moved several times myself, I am very familiar with wardrobe boxes, [...]
How To Pack Boxes For Moving (From A Professional Mover)
If you've moved before, you know that packing boxes for a move is no fun. And if you haven't moved [...]
The Cheapest Time To Move (+13 Moving Hacks)
If you are hiring a moving company or using a moving truck rental service, it's possible that rates may fluctuate [...]
11 Things To Budget For When Moving
Moving your entire home can be cost-intensive, and it's not just the moving company. And if you are [...]
7 Tips For Choosing A Moving Company
Choosing the right moving company is one of the most important decisions you can make during the moving [...]
9 Things To Do Before The Movers Arrive
Successful moves always start with preparation. The more prepared you are, the better the chance of avoiding [...]
7 Questions To Ask Your Moving Company
Choosing the right professional moving company is easy if you are appropriately informed. Ask the contending movers a [...]
How To Spot A Scam Mover + Tips For Hiring Movers
Moving is already a difficult task and the one thing that will surely make it worse is being caught [...]
9 Lovable Charities That Offer Free Donation Pick Up
Donating your unwanted items is a great way to declutter your home, it's great for the community, [...]
14 Tips For Moving On A Budget
Moves are complicated and usually require hiring a moving company, buying packing materials, and spending money going out for food [...]
73 Moving Tips You’ll Be Glad You Knew Before Moving
Do you ever notice how some people can easily breeze through the moving process like it's no big deal? It's [...]
20-Point Checklist For Buying A New Home
So you're ready to get the ball rolling on buying a home. Congratulations! As a licensed Realtor with 21+ years [...]
35 Ways To Increase The Value Of Your Home
Whether you want to update your home for your needs or the needs of a future buyer, deciding where to [...]
Top 5 Tips To Save For An Upcoming Move
There are a lot more expenses to moving your home than just the physical moving part. The good [...]
5 Tips For Moving During The Busy Season
This upcoming moving season, May-August, is anticipated to be one of the busiest moving seasons on record. Due to the [...]
9 Things To Know About Moving To A Rural Area
Have you been dreaming of moving away from the hustling pace of city life into a quieter, more laidback, rural [...]
7 Things To Look For Before Renting A House (Checklist)
Signing the lease to a new home or apartment can be an exciting time for anyone. However, it’s [...]
8 Tips For Moving In The Winter
More than half of the United States will experience freezing temperatures and snow this Winter season. If you're reading this [...]
Complete List of Packing & Moving Supplies Checklist 2022 (From A Pro)
Having the correct moving supplies will make a huge difference when it comes to moving your home. Sometimes it's [...]
15 Tips To Get Your FULL Security Deposit Back From Your Landlord
I have lived in 6 rental apartments/houses over the last 10 years and with each one, I learned more about [...]
12 Tips For Hiring Movers (+10 Questions To Ask Companies)
Moving is a significant undertaking and can be extremely stressful. Especially if you're moving yourself, without a moving company. This [...]
When To Start Packing For A Move (Week-By-Week Guide)
Packing your home for your move is no easy task. As a professional in the moving industry, being involved in [...]
How To Pack Dishes For Moving Without Newspaper (8 Alternatives)
If you’re wondering how to pack your dishes without newspaper, you’ve come to the right place. Why? Because you’re actually [...]
Will Movers Assemble & Disassemble Furniture? (What To Know)
This is one of the most common questions we see in the moving industry. Putting together and taking apart your [...]
How to Find the Best Local Movers in Your Area
When it’s time to move, what’s your first step? If you’re anything like me, you probably head to Google to [...]
How To Protect A Mattress During A Move (+ Mattress Moving Tips)
Having been involved with protecting and moving hundreds of mattresses during my lifetime, I can tell you there are definitely [...]
Do Movers Move Appliances? Which Ones & How To Prepare Them
So your big move day is coming up and you are wondering about those large appliances you have and if [...]
10 Tips For Moving Out For The First Time
When I moved out of my parents' house for the first time I was 23 years old. It was 2013 [...]
Moving Across Country – EVERYTHING You Need To Know
So you’re moving across the country and need a little help with what to do, how to save money, and [...]
How Do Movers Charge & Estimate Costs? (Weight? Volume? Hourly?)
The way moving companies charge can get a bit confusing when it’s time to move. You may be asking: what’s [...]
15 Tasks For Moving Day (Consumer Responsibilities)
If your move is soon and you've hired a professional moving company, there are still a few things [...]
Moving Yourself (Without Movers) Guide + 15 DIY Moving Tips
So you've decided to take on the task of moving yourself. You're not alone. Thousands of people each year move [...]
Moving With Kids? 10 (Must-Know) Tips For Parents
It has been said that moving is considered to be one of the top stressors in life that people experience. [...]
How Long After Moving A Refrigerator Can I Turn It On? (Expert Advice)
Refrigerators can be tricky when moving. The internal components are very sensitive when moved and could cause a problem if [...]
How To Prepare For Movers Checklist: 16 Actionable Steps
Moving your home isn’t as simple as hiring a moving company and “presto” everything is done. No matter how good [...]
42 Simple Ways To Save Money When Moving
There are quite a few expenses when it comes to moving your home and knowing what to budget for [...]
Moving In A Hurry? Check Out These 12 Actionable Steps
Moving is stressful, packing is a chore, organizing is headache-inducing, and loading and unloading your entire life is exhausting. The [...]
8 Ways To Get Rid of Your Old Furniture Before Moving
The hassles of making your new home comfortable for you and fixing your previous apartment for the new tenant is [...]
15 Moving Tips For Single Parents (Simplify Your Life)
Moving is stressful. Add on being a single parent with a couple of kids and you may be in for [...]
MONEY SAVING TIPS
The Cheapest Time To Move (+13 Moving Hacks)
If you are hiring a moving company or using a moving truck rental service, it's possible that rates may fluctuate depending on when you will be moving. And if you [...]
9 Lovable Charities That Offer Free Donation Pick Up
Donating your unwanted items is a great way to declutter your home, it's great for the community, and it will help you save money if you are [...]
14 Tips For Moving On A Budget
Moves are complicated and usually require hiring a moving company, buying packing materials, and spending money going out for food while being a bit displaced. With the economy being as [...]
Top 5 Tips To Save For An Upcoming Move
There are a lot more expenses to moving your home than just the physical moving part. The good news is that means there are also a lot more [...]
5 Tips For Living Within Your Means After Moving
If you’ve just moved into a new residence, you’ll likely be facing some new expenses that you haven’t had in your past place. That’s why we’ve put together some helpful [...]
15 Tips To Get Your FULL Security Deposit Back From Your Landlord
I have lived in 6 rental apartments/houses over the last 10 years and with each one, I learned more about what to do to ensure I get my security deposit [...]
13 Places To Get Cheap or Free Moving Supplies and Boxes
So you’re about to move and start a new chapter of your life! Congratulations!Moving can be expensive, especially if you have to buy moving supplies like boxes, tape, packing paper, [...]
42 Simple Ways To Save Money When Moving
There are quite a few expenses when it comes to moving your home and knowing what to budget for when moving is important. The good news is that means [...]
POST-MOVE TIPS
83 Best Housewarming Gift Ideas By Home Style (Art Deco, Boho etc…)
If you really want to give the BEST housewarming gift, know this...Buying a housewarming gift needs to SPEAK TO THE RECIPIENT. This will make a much better impression than [...]
5 Tips For Living Within Your Means After Moving
If you’ve just moved into a new residence, you’ll likely be facing some new expenses that you haven’t had in your past place. That’s why we’ve put together some helpful [...]
7 Ways You’re Wasting Money at Home
Do you ever wonder why your money seems to vanish every month? Chances are you are wasting it on things around your home without noticing. There’s nothing worse than wasting [...]
9 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Fall
Colder temperatures and yellowing leaves serve as a reminder that the fall season is fast approaching. Summer may not be over quite yet, but it’s still an excellent time to [...]
26 Things To Clean When Moving Into A New House
Your new home move-in cleaning chores don't have to be difficult. I didn't say it will be quick, but it can definitely be easy. I bet before you moved into [...]
First Apartment Checklist: 100+ Must-Haves For Your New Apartment
You're finally about to move out of your parents' house for the first time, congratulations! I am sure you may have been dreaming about this moment for some time now. [...]
30 Ways to Make Your New Home Energy Efficient (+Save You Money)
The amount of water and energy an apartment uses vs. that of a home is significantly different. Any home can get quite costly to run for most people. [...]
Best Housewarming Party Tips (+31 Theme Ideas)
You have just moved into your new home, congratulations! Make your new house feel like home by inviting over your friends and family to celebrate this new chapter of your [...]
13 Places To Get Cheap or Free Moving Supplies and Boxes
So you’re about to move and start a new chapter of your life! Congratulations!Moving can be expensive, especially if you have to buy moving supplies like boxes, tape, packing paper, [...]
11 Ways To Meet Friends After Moving To A New City
Moving to a new city can be difficult if you're used to going out with your friends and having a big social life. Making friends in a new city has [...]
25 Things To Do AFTER Moving Into A New House (Don’t Forget!)
Congratulations on your move! All of your stuff has arrived at your new place, now what? It’s not as simple as just unpacking and decorating your new home. [...]
MORE MOVING TIPS
How Many Boxes Needed To Move? (Simple, Instant Calculator)
Knowing exactly how moving boxes and packing materials you need for your move can be quite difficult and may result in a few trips to the store. But our [...]
How Many Wardrobe Boxes Needed For Moving? (Do You Need Them?)
In my years in the moving industry and having moved several times myself, I am very familiar with wardrobe boxes, how many you need, and how to best use them. [...]
83 Best Housewarming Gift Ideas By Home Style (Art Deco, Boho etc…)
If you really want to give the BEST housewarming gift, know this...Buying a housewarming gift needs to SPEAK TO THE RECIPIENT. This will make a much better impression than [...]
How To Pack Boxes For Moving (From A Professional Mover)
If you've moved before, you know that packing boxes for a move is no fun. And if you haven't moved before or this is your first time moving out, get [...]
The Cheapest Time To Move (+13 Moving Hacks)
If you are hiring a moving company or using a moving truck rental service, it's possible that rates may fluctuate depending on when you will be moving. And if you [...]
11 Things To Budget For When Moving
Moving your entire home can be cost-intensive, and it's not just the moving company. And if you are moving out for the first time, you'll definitely need to [...]
7 Tips For Choosing A Moving Company
Choosing the right moving company is one of the most important decisions you can make during the moving process. A moving company can literally make or break your [...]
9 Things To Do Before The Movers Arrive
Successful moves always start with preparation. The more prepared you are, the better the chance of avoiding mishaps that commonly happen during last-minute decisions. This can cost [...]
7 Questions To Ask Your Moving Company
Choosing the right professional moving company is easy if you are appropriately informed. Ask the contending movers a few fundamental questions and then to choose the one that [...]
How To Spot A Scam Mover + Tips For Hiring Movers
Moving is already a difficult task and the one thing that will surely make it worse is being caught up in a moving scam.You always want to make a [...]
9 Lovable Charities That Offer Free Donation Pick Up
Donating your unwanted items is a great way to declutter your home, it's great for the community, and it will help you save money if you are [...]
14 Tips For Moving On A Budget
Moves are complicated and usually require hiring a moving company, buying packing materials, and spending money going out for food while being a bit displaced. With the economy being as [...]
73 Moving Tips You’ll Be Glad You Knew Before Moving
Do you ever notice how some people can easily breeze through the moving process like it's no big deal? It's not that these people are just calm people or super [...]
20-Point Checklist For Buying A New Home
So you're ready to get the ball rolling on buying a home. Congratulations! As a licensed Realtor with 21+ years of real estate experience, I bring you this helpful 20-point [...]
35 Ways To Increase The Value Of Your Home
Whether you want to update your home for your needs or the needs of a future buyer, deciding where to best spend your money to maximize the value of your [...]
Top 5 Tips To Save For An Upcoming Move
There are a lot more expenses to moving your home than just the physical moving part. The good news is that means there are also a lot more [...]
5 Tips For Moving During The Busy Season
This upcoming moving season, May-August, is anticipated to be one of the busiest moving seasons on record. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, hundreds of thousands of people will be making [...]
9 Things To Know About Moving To A Rural Area
Have you been dreaming of moving away from the hustling pace of city life into a quieter, more laidback, rural setting? It seems somewhat romantic when you think about it. [...]
7 Things To Look For Before Renting A House (Checklist)
Signing the lease to a new home or apartment can be an exciting time for anyone. However, it’s important to not jump the gun and let that excitement [...]
8 Tips For Moving In The Winter
More than half of the United States will experience freezing temperatures and snow this Winter season. If you're reading this post, odds are, you are one of the thousands of [...]
5 Tips For Living Within Your Means After Moving
If you’ve just moved into a new residence, you’ll likely be facing some new expenses that you haven’t had in your past place. That’s why we’ve put together some helpful [...]
Can You Transport A Refrigerator On It’s Side? (+How Move One)
Having been in the moving industry for over 15 years, I know that one of the most common questions asked is about moving refrigerators. Refrigerators can be tricky to move, [...]
9 Essential Home Safety Tips
Is your house or apartment as safe as it can possibly be? As important as stocking your kitchen cupboards with pots and pans, equipping your home with safety items will [...]
Complete List of Packing & Moving Supplies Checklist 2022 (From A Pro)
Having the correct moving supplies will make a huge difference when it comes to moving your home. Sometimes it's not always obvious to know what moving and packing supplies [...]
15 Tips To Get Your FULL Security Deposit Back From Your Landlord
I have lived in 6 rental apartments/houses over the last 10 years and with each one, I learned more about what to do to ensure I get my security deposit [...]
7 Ways You’re Wasting Money at Home
Do you ever wonder why your money seems to vanish every month? Chances are you are wasting it on things around your home without noticing. There’s nothing worse than wasting [...]
12 Tips For Hiring Movers (+10 Questions To Ask Companies)
Moving is a significant undertaking and can be extremely stressful. Especially if you're moving yourself, without a moving company. This is why many people choose to hire a professional, full-service [...]
9 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Fall
Colder temperatures and yellowing leaves serve as a reminder that the fall season is fast approaching. Summer may not be over quite yet, but it’s still an excellent time to [...]
How Long Does It Take Movers To Deliver? (Where’s My Stuff???)
Are you sitting in your new home this very moment and wondering where all your stuff is? Did the moving company give you a delivery window miss that window? In [...]
Should I Empty Dressers Before Moving? (+ Other Requirements)
This is one of the most common questions people ask when moving: Can I keep my clothes in my dresser when moving? In this article, we explain when it’s ok [...]
When To Start Packing For A Move (Week-By-Week Guide)
Packing your home for your move is no easy task. As a professional in the moving industry, being involved in hundreds of moves, I can tell you the most important [...]
How To Pack Dishes For Moving Without Newspaper (8 Alternatives)
If you’re wondering how to pack your dishes without newspaper, you’ve come to the right place. Why? Because you’re actually not supposed to use newspaper at all to pack your [...]
Will Movers Assemble & Disassemble Furniture? (What To Know)
This is one of the most common questions we see in the moving industry. Putting together and taking apart your furniture is no easy task and when you hire a [...]
How to Find the Best Local Movers in Your Area
When it’s time to move, what’s your first step? If you’re anything like me, you probably head to Google to run a search for the best local movers in your [...]
How To Protect A Mattress During A Move (+ Mattress Moving Tips)
Having been involved with protecting and moving hundreds of mattresses during my lifetime, I can tell you there are definitely some tricks to doing it most effectively. Here is the [...]
Do Movers Move Appliances? Which Ones & How To Prepare Them
So your big move day is coming up and you are wondering about those large appliances you have and if movers move them. In this article, I'm going to break [...]
10 Tips For Moving Out For The First Time
When I moved out of my parents' house for the first time I was 23 years old. It was 2013 and I was moving out on my own with my [...]
Do Movers Charge For Travel Time? (+ Other Travel Fees When Moving)
When hiring movers to move your residence, it’s typical for the cost to be higher if you have a lot of items and are moving them a far distance. One [...]
Moving Across Country – EVERYTHING You Need To Know
So you’re moving across the country and need a little help with what to do, how to save money, and how not to get scammed. Well, you’ve come to the [...]
How Do Movers Charge & Estimate Costs? (Weight? Volume? Hourly?)
The way moving companies charge can get a bit confusing when it’s time to move. You may be asking: what’s included in those charges? Are there any hidden charges? In [...]
15 Tasks For Moving Day (Consumer Responsibilities)
If your move is soon and you've hired a professional moving company, there are still a few things you need to do to make sure your move goes [...]
26 Things To Clean When Moving Into A New House
Your new home move-in cleaning chores don't have to be difficult. I didn't say it will be quick, but it can definitely be easy. I bet before you moved into [...]
Average Cost Of Moving A Two-Bedroom Apartment (+Price Table)
Need to know how much it might cost to hire a professional moving company to move your two-bedroom apartment? We have contacted a few actual moving companies and have shared [...]
Piano Weight Guide & Chart Of All Sizes (With Pictures)
Pianos have a very large range of sizes and different weights. The key to finding out how much your piano weighs starts by figuring out exactly which type of [...]
Moving Yourself (Without Movers) Guide + 15 DIY Moving Tips
So you've decided to take on the task of moving yourself. You're not alone. Thousands of people each year move without hiring movers (DIY MOVE) with no problem. But, that's [...]
52 Items Movers Won’t Move In Their Moving Trucks (Non-Allowables)
If you are hiring a moving company to move you, they will likely give you a sheet of “non-allowables” with all the items movers cannot pack or move. A good [...]
Average Cost Of Moving A One-Bedroom Apartment (+Price Table)
Wondering how much it might cost for you to hire professional movers to move your one-bedroom apartment? We have interviewed a few movers and have brought you some average cost [...]
How Many Boxes Are Needed To Move A Two-Bedroom Apartment?
If your family needs to move your two-bedroom apartment, knowing how many boxes are needed is a critical component for moving success. If you get too many boxes, you’ll overspend [...]
How Many Boxes Are Needed To Move A One-Bedroom Apartment?
This question is very common question for those moving, especially those who are moving for the first time. For most of us, money is usually a big factor for making [...]
Moving With Kids? 10 (Must-Know) Tips For Parents
It has been said that moving is considered to be one of the top stressors in life that people experience. With that said, moving is a stressful thing to do [...]
How Long After Moving A Refrigerator Can I Turn It On? (Expert Advice)
Refrigerators can be tricky when moving. The internal components are very sensitive when moved and could cause a problem if not moved correctly. Depending on how your refrigerator is moved [...]
First Apartment Checklist: 100+ Must-Haves For Your New Apartment
You're finally about to move out of your parents' house for the first time, congratulations! I am sure you may have been dreaming about this moment for some time now. [...]
30 Ways to Make Your New Home Energy Efficient (+Save You Money)
The amount of water and energy an apartment uses vs. that of a home is significantly different. Any home can get quite costly to run for most people. [...]
Where To Buy Dish Pack Boxes – 8 Best Places
If you're in need of dish pack boxes to pack and move your fragile items, you're on the right track to a successful, safe move. There are several places you [...]
Best Housewarming Party Tips (+31 Theme Ideas)
You have just moved into your new home, congratulations! Make your new house feel like home by inviting over your friends and family to celebrate this new chapter of your [...]
13 Places To Get Cheap or Free Moving Supplies and Boxes
So you’re about to move and start a new chapter of your life! Congratulations!Moving can be expensive, especially if you have to buy moving supplies like boxes, tape, packing paper, [...]
11 Ways To Meet Friends After Moving To A New City
Moving to a new city can be difficult if you're used to going out with your friends and having a big social life. Making friends in a new city has [...]
25 Things To Do AFTER Moving Into A New House (Don’t Forget!)
Congratulations on your move! All of your stuff has arrived at your new place, now what? It’s not as simple as just unpacking and decorating your new home. [...]
How To Prepare For Movers Checklist: 16 Actionable Steps
Moving your home isn’t as simple as hiring a moving company and “presto” everything is done. No matter how good the moving company, there are going to be some action [...]
42 Simple Ways To Save Money When Moving
There are quite a few expenses when it comes to moving your home and knowing what to budget for when moving is important. The good news is that means [...]
Moving In A Hurry? Check Out These 12 Actionable Steps
Moving is stressful, packing is a chore, organizing is headache-inducing, and loading and unloading your entire life is exhausting. The one thing that makes moving even more stressful is having [...]
Downsizing Checklist For Seniors: 10 Steps To Make The Process Smooth
Over the span of decades, seniors have accumulated a lot of belongings in their homes. They also have allowed many belongings to accumulate over the years due to the fact [...]
8 Ways To Get Rid of Your Old Furniture Before Moving
The hassles of making your new home comfortable for you and fixing your previous apartment for the new tenant is stressful. The additional trouble of dealing with your other possessions [...]
15 Moving Tips For Single Parents (Simplify Your Life)
Moving is stressful. Add on being a single parent with a couple of kids and you may be in for more than you can chew. But don’t worry, if you [...]
Binding vs. Non-Binding Moving Estimates – The Difference?
When moving long distance or across state lines, moving companies will either offer a non-binding or binding estimate on move day. What is the difference between binding and non-binding moving [...]