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Four Tips To Help Deal With Unexpected Guests In Your Storage

13 October 2015
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If you have to put your belongings in a storage facility, there may be a lot of things you worry about, such as security, price and convenience. There may also be things that you think little about, like the pests that can hitchhike home with you from storage. These can range from anything like lice and mice to bedbugs and cockroaches. Here are some tips to help you reduce the chance of having uninvited guests when you remove your belongings from storage: Read More …

Packing Up Home And Moving: 3 Environmentally Friendly Packaging Options

1 October 2015
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Let's face it. Moving is not that environmentally friendly. On average, families use 60 cardboard boxes to move -- cardboard boxes that will never be used again. Then, there's packing tape, bubble wrap, wrapping paper and foam. All of these things help you get your things to your new home in one piece. But when you're done with them, they usually end up in a landfill, contributing to the overload of garbage that's already there. Read More …

Top Things To Consider When Renting A Storage Unit

25 September 2015
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Are you downsizing into a smaller home? If you are, you are likely going to have to find a place to store your belongings instead of trying to squeeze it into your smaller home. If you plan on renting a storage unit during the time that you will  be downsizing and have concerns about the safety of your property then there are factors to consider before you select a storage unit to rent. Read More …

How to Make Sure You Save as Much Money as Possible When Hiring Professional Movers

25 September 2015
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If you are a little worried about hiring professional movers because you are trying to work within a budget, keep reading. You will want to take a few moments to review the following ways to ensure that you are saving as much money as you can without having to completely give up the professional help. Gather Your Own Supplies There are a lot of moving companies that will offer to sell you a lot of various moving supplies that you might be able to make use of. Read More …

Smoothing Out A Move To A New State When Daylight And Money Are In Short Supply

24 September 2015
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Moving to a new state can cause considerable anxiety if you're not sure where to begin your preparations. Doing so while working a full-time job can make things even more difficult. There will be a lot to take care of, so the earlier you can start your preparations the easier your transition will be. Securing a New Place to Live Take some time in the months prior to your expected move date to evaluate the rental market in the area. Read More …
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Perfecting Your Moving Routine

When I realized that I would be moving every year or so for work, I knew that my family was going to have to get good at moving. The first few times we did it, things were disorganized and chaotic, but after streamlining a few procedures, things became much more manageable. We learned how to pack more efficiently, load trucks without a lot of extra work, and make the most of long road trips. This blog is all about helping your little family learn how to make moving more fun, so that you don't have to dread the next move.

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