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What to Wear When Moving: Your Dress Code on Moving Day

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Moving days are not just insanely busy but they can be kind of tricky and even dangerous at times. The stress-filled unpredictability that those move days bring about can easily catch some home movers off guard. Some home movers but not you, right? Being 100% ready for your moving day is a long process and one little detail that you may not have thought about during your pre-move preparation is what to wear on moving day. If you happen to have long hair, you will definitely remember to keep it contained during the move so that it won’t get tangled in furniture or boxes. However, there are many more things to keep in mind that just taking care of your long hair. Learn more about the dress code on moving day and specifically, what to wear on the day of your move. Why what you wear on Moving day matters more than you think Throughout the super busy and often chaotic day of the move, your mind will most likely be preoccupied with important issues to resolve and even more imp...

10 Tips for Moving to a New State

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Whether you’ve landed a new job in a new city or you’re simply ready for a change, moving to a new state is sure to be an exciting adventure. You just have to get there (with all of your stuff!) first. Thankfully, we’re here to help. Here are our tried-and-true tips for successfully moving to a new state without losing your mind! Research ahead of time Before you move, research as much as possible about your new city. From restaurant suggestions and local businesses to recreational activities and social clubs, you’ll find a wealth of information about your new home on the internet. I also suggest visiting the area and exploring the city for yourself. Speak to locals, ask questions, look at maps, and drive around neighborhoods to get a real feel for the area. Find a new home At least a few months before you move, I recommend contacting a local real estate agent in your new state to help you find a home. Regardless of whether you’re renting or buying, you’ll need someone who’s...

Nearly Everyone Forgets To Change Locks When They Move — Here’s What You Need To Know

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You bought a new house, everything is packed, you’ve hired the movers, you’ve transferred utilities and arranged your children’s schools. There’s probably one thing you’ve forgotten, though, and it could save you from having your new home burglarized. It’s time to change locks. Receiving the keys to your new home is an exciting time. The problem, though, is that while they might look shiny and new, they might be anything but. The odds are they are the same keys to the same locks that the old owner had, and you can’t know how many other people have received copies — the dog walker, the babysitter, their teenagers’ friends? No one is saying that none of those people are trustworthy, but why risk it? You, and whoever you choose, should be the only people who have access to your home. You have many, many options when it comes time to change locks. Some are inexpensive, and others aren’t. In a nutshell, you can rekey your locks, which  is inexpensive  — probably somewhere ar...

Tips for Moving Your Home Fitness Equipment

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If you are planning a move this summer, having a home gym such as a treadmill or exercise bike can make it very challenging. Summer is one of the most common times of the year for homeowners to relocate, so if that project is ahead of you, here are some tips on how you can safely and easily move your fitness equipment. Prepare, Check, and Clean The first step for moving fitness equipment is to properly clean and sanitize everything. The last thing you want is to bring bacteria from your old home into your new one. Cleaning your equipment will also keep it looking brand new after the move. Wipe down your yoga mats and accessories with a paper towel and all-purpose cleaner or all-natural solution, and clean all the handrails and surfaces on your treadmill, elliptical, weight machines, stationary bike, and all other workout equipment Moving Your Yoga Equipment When you are packing up your home gym, it’s a good idea to start with the smaller items. You should begin packing ite...

International Moving Quotes: 12 Questions To Ask Your Mover

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Moving internationally can one of the the most or least stressful things you ever do. One key step to finding the right  moving company  is to get multiple quotes.  You can start now by using the quote form above. When you do, you should consider asking each company some or all of the 12 questions listed below to make sure the company you pick is offering you all the services you expect and need. 1. Do you offer door-to-door service? While this might seem a bizarre question to ask, it’s actually one of the most important. International movers should offer a complete door-to-door moving service, whereas  international shippers  may only offer shipping between two ports. This is extremely important to know when  comparing costs  between companies. Shippers will almost always look cheaper, but can be more of hassle as you will have to arrange getting your goods to and from ports. Movers on the other hand will take care of all this for yo...