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We’re always up for a good DIY day, especially when it comes to holiday crafts. This Valentine’s Day, we’re sharing the love with four super-easy, low-budget projects! When we say inexpensive, we really mean it. Each of these four DIY’s were made from one small, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK moving box! Here’s a detailed video to use as a reference point when making the DIY crafts! Be Mine Tags Supplies: 1 small TWO MEN AND A TRUCK moving box Scissors or box cutter Ruler Ribbon Stickers or marker Step 1: Cut the two all-white box flaps using scissors or a box cutter. Step 2: Use your ruler to mark triangle shapes on the top left and right of each panel, cut them off. Step 3: Place alphabet stickers or use a marker to say “Be” on one tag and “Mine” on the other. Step 4: Carefully use your scissors to poke a hole in the top of your tags. Tie the ribbon in a bow at the top!  TIP!  We decided to keep the tags in place by hot gluing them to one another. However, this isn’t...

If you’re planning to move sometime soon with your four-legged friend, you, of course, want to be sure your pooch will be just as pleased with the move as you are. Not all cities are equal in terms of how warmly they welcome Fido, so take a look at our list of the most dog-friendly cities in America to help you choose your next hometown. What are the criteria? Here are the aspects of each city that were examined to help determine their dog friendliness. Pet-friendly rental market  – When scouring the home and apartment listings, how many of them permit dogs? This criteria seems to be a cultural thing, with some city’s inhabitants — dog lovers, perhaps — recognizing that the market is better when the landlords allow pets. Are dog-friendly homes affordable? Average home size  – Let’s face it: dogs need space. If a city tends towards minimalist, small housing, and apartments, it makes life a more challenging place to navigate for dog owners. Cities that provide a higher...

Choosing the right packing supplies is essential step for a successful move.  You need to make sure you have enough moving boxes and moving supplies in order to pack your belongings properly. Your household items should arrive at your new home without a scratch, so do not underestimate the packing process.  It is a quite time consuming and annoying job, but you have to do it precisely. Starting with your packing supplies moving list you need to make sure you have all your belonging secured, especially if you are moving long distance. First of all, you have to decide if you are packing yourself, or you are using a moving company to do it for you. Every option has its pros and cons. You can start your  search for professional movers here . Where to Buy Moving Supplies There are many options. Start by checking Craigslist for used moving supplies. There are many people that give away their moving boxes for free. This way you will save money and keep the environment c...

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...