How much to tip movers is a tricky topic. Like any service for which you usually add a tip, a lot depends on the level of service you receive. It gets more complicated because, unlike dining out, people don’t move often enough to get a feel for how much to tip. Amounts for the Movers’ …
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Packing for your household move
There is a lot of advice about packing for your move. It usually involves packing specific items like dishes, shoes, linens, etc. But, discussing types of items may be more useful: fragile, heavy, bulky, etc. Once you know how to pack categories of items, it is easier to decide how to approach individual items. Generally, …
Moving Internationally? Here are some tips for international movers.
If you are moving internationally, your to-do list will be full. There will be a lot of items that may not be on a list for a domestic move. Some of these items are obvious to most movers. Others may not become apparent until after your move, becoming more frustrating than if you planned ahead. …
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Understanding Movers Insurance
When you review the movers’ websites, you may notice a lack of discussion around moving insurance. Part of the reason is that your items are not insured while moving in the sense to which most people are accustomed. It is not that there is a total lack of coverage, but it makes little sense to …
Moving State To State: Things to keep in mind
When you’re moving from one state to another state, this is technically considered a long-distance move, even if just over the state line. There are a number of things you have to do in a new state that will impact your timeline and the steps you take after you move in. This is important whether …
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8 Easy Meals You Can Make Before You Even Unpack
When you move to a new house, cooking can be challenging. Not just the first or second meal, but for the first weeks and even months while you still discover favorite bowls and utensils tucked far away, deep in a box that landed in the wrong room or didn’t look important when you first moved …
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8 Tips for Packing Your Shoes for a Move
A woman owns an average of 19 pairs of shoes, while most men own between 10 and 20 pairs, depending on their lifestyles. If you plan a household move, you’ll want to pack your shoes carefully to protect them. Here are some shoe-packing tips. 1. Sort First, sort your shoes. One survey demonstrated that most …
5 Things to Remember When Moving at Night
On the day you move, it’s common to take advantage of daylight. But what if you don’t have much daylight? What if your schedule demands an early or late start? Moving at night isn’t quite the same, but it’s possible. Use these tips to help you stay safe and organized from start to finish. 1. …
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Preparing For Moving: Your Must-Have Moving Supplies
When you’re getting ready to move to your new home, it can be stressful to think of everything you have to do before the big day arrives. Whether you’re working with a moving company or figuring out your move on your own, it’s helpful to have all the supplies you need on hand to ensure …
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When is the best time to move?
In many cases, when people move, they’re constrained by factors like when their new job starts or when their old lease runs out. But maybe you’re lucky and have some flexibility for your move; you can avoid peak moving season to gain flexibility. And now, you’re wondering when the best time to move is. Considering …