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Here are a few tips from the Boyenga Team for selling during the winter time. #1- If possible have photographs of the home during spring bloom or different times of year when there is more color.  In the #2 - Stay away from religion specific staging/decorations, but stacked fresh wood in the fireplace, candles, and fluffy throw blankets can add warmth to a winter ambiance. #3 - Don't get discouraged.  The open houses and showings will be lighter and days on the market may be longer, but there are less properties to compete against.   #4 - Winter is party time, so showcase the opportunities for entertaining in the home with an enticing display. Set out stacks of plates and fresh flowers on a dining room buffet or display holiday cookies on cake stands in the kitchen. #5  Winter showings are often done after dark because of Daylight Savings, so make sure that you or the stager add extra lighting to the rooms so that the house feels warm, bright and inviting,...

Every day we turn on lights, wash clothes in electric machines and cook food on gas ranges simply by turning a knob, flipping a switch or pushing a button. Utilities are a modern day convenience that makes life easier, including when it comes time to move. Shutting off those utilities is one of the moving do’s you don’t want to forget about. The key is to get the timing right and follow the proper procedures so you aren’t left without power when you need it.  When to Shut Off the Utilities If you’ve already found another place to live you may be tempted to turn off the utilities at your current home when you set up your new accounts, but this could be a mistake. The utilities will need to be connected for inspections to occur. When you sell a home the buyer is going to have the home inspected, which requires water and electricity (as well as gas if you have it). Landlords will also want to verify that all the systems are working correctly before they release the deposit....

Short-term moves can arise for any number of reasons from fixed-length work assignments to pursuing a graduate degree. How should you approach a move when you know you'll only be in a new area for a limited amount of time? Although every situation is different, you can gain some perspective on important decisions like how much to move with you and what, if anything, to put in  storage  by taking the following guidance into consideration. Choosing which books to bring with you is sometimes a major consideration for a short-term move. What should come with you and what should stay behind? Sometimes, employees involved in a short-term  corporate relocation  will have a partly or fully furnished apartment, condo or home provided as part of their agreement with their employer. A graduate student may choose to live in a partially furnished graduate dorm. People temporarily returning home to help a family member recover from a medical event could have the option to...

Figure out how long your move will take Knowing how much time it takes to move is helpful for several reasons. It helps you know when to expect your items — a critical piece of information — and it also helps you know when to schedule moving labor, when to start packing, and when to schedule turn-on dates for utilities. The speed of a move depends on a few factors. Explore them below and see typical timeframes for popular moving options.  What determines move duration?​ There’s no standard answer to “How long will my move take?” because every move is different. However, you can figure out the length of your move by considering how you’ll move, the locations, when you’ll move and how long other tasks will take.   How you move​ The biggest factor in move length is the method you choose. Moving services operate differently, so transit times can vary widely.   Full service You can expect transit times of 2-4 weeks for this type of move. Unless you...

After the moving process, you’ll have to figure out how you want to design and decorate your new home or apartment. A super exciting experience that can mentally get you ready for your new life, it can also be really stressful if you are uncertain what look you are going for or if design isn’t your forte. From the furniture you include in your home to the art you choose to display in your home to the colors you pick, there’s a lot to think about post-moving day. The look and feel of your home really starts by picking the colors that you want on your walls, that, in turn, can help you to pick the overall aesthetic and vibe of your new home. Read on to check out some of our tips to help you find the tones you want that’s sure to help you to create the home of your dreams. #1 Visit your new place before you move in : Most likely, you’ll have time prior to your move to visit your new home. This will not only allow give you time to assess your space and where you would like to place ...

Millennials and Gen Xers, currently the two largest generations of homebuyers, are less interested in accumulating stuff – and storing it “just in case”— than their Baby Boomer counterparts. Today’s homebuyers hate clutter. They want their things accessible but out of sight in efficient storage spaces – not six boxes deep and difficult to find in a dark attic. A  survey  conducted by the National Association of Home Builders found that storage space was one of the top two main themes on new homebuyers’ wish lists – but they aren’t asking for more sheds and larger attics. When it comes to keeping clutter at bay, homebuyers want storage spaces that provide an organized, accessible place for everything. Here are some of the top storage features that today’s buyers are looking for in a home. Mudroom  -For families with children and pets, one of the biggest collections of clutter and disorganization tends to begin right at the front door. This is where backpacks, sho...

Sometimes it seems like just about anyone can start a company and call themselves “movers”. But aside from scouring Yelp, how can you determine your mover’s credibility? This is where ICC MC Numbers come in. We’ll explain the acronym, and break down why this number is one way to ensure your movers are properly credentialed – and highly experienced! What is ICC MC? The acronym stands for Interstate Commerce Commission of Motor Carrier– the organization which, until 1996, identified and credentialed freight truckers traveling across state lines, a group which includes movers. It primarily served to ensure that fair tariffs and rates were in place and enforced; to place a control on common carriers in a way that would monitor their actions; and to gather information on long-distance carriers to better serve the transportation industry. In 1996 that jurisdiction was transferred to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, which is housed in the Department of Transportation....

Keep Your Valuables Close Address books Airline tickets  Car titles Cash Cell phones Checkbooks Computer data files/backups  Family photographs/photo albums Financial documents (stocks, bonds, CDs, IRAs, deeds, tax records) Home videos  Insurance policies Jewelry and furs Keys (car, furniture, new home) Laptop computers, Medical/dental records New home documents Prescription medicin Professional files/research projects School records

You’re standing at the doorway of your closet. Clothes on the racks, shoes on the floor, and a lot to pack in a little amount of time. From the closet to the kitchen, there is a lot of work involved in packing. While this may take a bit of time and effort, the  San Jose movers  at Nor-Cal Moving have found some tips to help ease the workload. Multi-purpose Everything- Use clothes, sock, towels, etc. as packing material for fragile items. This will help alleviate the number of boxes you need and usually work better than paper or other packing materials. Use the Trash Bag Method- While throwing out broken and old stuff is an important part of the process, that’s not what we’re talking about here. Instead of taking all of your clothes off of the hangers, simply put the clothes into a trash bag and tie the top by  the hook. Label Your Boxes- This will be more helpful during the unpacking process, but labeling everything is vital to ensure you don’t lose boxes. It’...

Moving can be overwhelming if you try to do it alone - it's a task which requires more than one set of hands. That's what friends are for, right? But even if your friends gladly offer to help, you still need to follow a few rules of thumb to ensure that your friends remain your friends, even after moving day. Enlisting friends to help you move can be wonderful, but be prepared for the fact that it requires a bit of preparation on your part. Here are five steps to setting up a successful moving day with friends: Reach Out Early.  As soon as you know you'll be moving, pull together a friendly and organized email and get it out to as many people as possible. Giving people adequate notice ups the odds that you'll get a good group together - remember, the more people that show up to help you move, the easier it is for everyone. List Needed Tasks, "Potluck" Style.  When asking people for help, list out specific tasks that you need assistance with. Do ...

Learn some special knowledge agents have that they might not always be able (or willing) to share with their sellers. What do the formula for Coca-Cola, the subject of Carly Simon’s classic song “You’re So Vain,” and selling a home have in common? They all involve  secrets . Although we don’t have the inside scoop on the first two, we did manage to find some real estate agents who are happy to share some trade-secret real estate tips. So read on — but shh, don’t tell! 1. Staging changes from season to season The  concept of staging  was once a secret. That cat’s been out of the bag for a while now, but the practice of staging homes continues to evolve — and it can be much more complicated and elaborate than simply creating a cozy conversation area in a living room. For instance, did you know that it’s better to use shorter furniture during summer months? “It makes the room feel bigger, longer, and in the potential buyer’s mind, a better fit,” says Brian ...

Here in Fremont we are surrounded by technology. As  Bay Area Movers , we rely on Yelp as a place where locals look for services. From small local moves in Fremont and San Jose, to large long distance moves across country. Online reviews are so important these days. They give a consumer the ability to find out about a company before the become a customer. While online reviews are all over the place and often misguided, the offer a glimpse into what you might expect. I always endorse calling any company you might be interested in and ask a few questions.

Do you have a foreign move crossing your mind or is your company moving you abroad? Worry not; Atlanta Peach Movers are here for you. In our company we have an international section perfectly equipped to serve you during your move. We have a team of professionals who operate the Peach Global Van Lines. They are basically full-time and amazing staff to intermingle and associate with. Customer satisfaction is the name of the game in our daily operations. According to statistics we are the best performing service provider in the Atlanta area. All necessary documentations are properly done before the moving date for convenience and avoidance of a last minute rush. All inventory works, visa processing, insurance paperwork are usually handled by the friendly and skillful team of experts. We have a military-approved storage section which takes complete care of your belongings in case you need to leave them behind. Our staff in that section will keep all your goodies in top condi...