According to a recent Gallup poll, 33 percent of Americans wish they could move out of state. Whether you are a recent college grad or a midcareer professional, pulling up roots and moving to a new state comes with its share of headaches. Is it better to hire a mover or rent a truck? How will you insure your belongings during transit? What expenses will your new employer cover? Before you break out the boxes and shipping tape, consider these 10 ways to simplify the moving process. Make a Budget and Start Saving Shipping, gas, hotel and insurance costs pile up quickly. Add security deposits for renting and starting utilities in your new home, and it becomes clear that moving requires quite a few upfront expenses that can drain your bank account. Making a budget and a savings plan to cover the costs will help smooth the transition, but don’t rely on the security deposit from your old place to cover those costs. It often takes weeks and sometimes longer for a landlord to refund you...
Is West Coast sunshine calling your name? From the rolling hills of Northern California’s wine country to the sandy beaches of Southern California’s oceanfront, the Golden State’s natural beauty and range of outdoor activities are simply unmatched. So if you’re California dreamin’, here’s a look at the 10 best cities to call home in this exceptionally large and diverse state. Fremont Fremont is one of the most popular places to call home in the San Francisco Bay Area – and we can certainly see why. With its friendly, healthy and affluent residents, this highly sought after community was recently named the number one happiest place to live in America by WalletHub , and the 11th best city in America for job seekers by NerdWallet . Due to its low crime rate, stable housing market and sunny weather, Fremont is also “exceptionally livable,” according to AreaVibes . Population: According to Fremont’s town website , the city has an estimate...
Because, let’s face it, moving’s stressful. And expensive. And did we mention stressful ? It’s no wonder most people eventually decide to ditch the DIY approach and hire professionals. But that doesn’t mean the stress goes away. There are plenty of things that could go wrong. To make the day go as smoothly as possible, you need to know how your movers work best—which includes when you should be there, when you can pitch in, and when you need to get the heck out of the way . We quizzed some movers on their biggest pet peeves when it comes time for moving day. Here are seven things you need to know. 1. Don’t be afraid to do your homework—in person “Our industry has a horrible reputation, and we’ve earned it,” says Aaron Steed , CEO of Southern California’s Meathead Movers . “There are good guys and there are bad guys, and it’s really hard to tell at the time of estimate.” Every company is going to put its best face forward during the estimate proce...
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