Are you getting ready to move from the U.S. mainland to the state of Hawaii? While your gut reaction may be to pack everything you own, some items may not be allowed. Hawaii has restrictions on items that can be brought into the state. Before you get ready to pack up your home, know what [...]
Any way you look at it, moving is a huge life event. It changes everything that consumes your thought process, and if you're like most people who move, you'll spend a lot of waking moments before and during the relocation thinking about boxes. Jerry Seinfeld once joked about boxes. He said when you're moving, all you [...]
Pets can experience stress during the moving process, just like humans can. If you have a dog, be sure to plan how you will handle your furry friend when making a move. This will not only help keep your dog calm and happy, but can also reduce the chances of your pet getting lost during the moving process. The last thing you want [...]
Are you getting ready to move to a new home? If so, one of your main concerns may be about how to prevent damage to your belongings during a move. If you're doing the packing yourself, you should take steps to make sure everything is packed safely before the movers take it to your new [...]
Packing up items for a move is hard enough as it is, but it can become even more frustrating when you want to retrieve specific items in a hurry. Taking advantage of modern technology can really help with staying organized while you pack. Mixing smartphone use with your packing efforts will help you keep [...]
Every move requires homeowners to handle a wide array of logistics. In this complex situation, it's easy to become scattered and disorganized. Unfortunately, a lack of organization can lead to miscommunication, item loss or damage, and stress. In this blog, we provide six strategies that can help you organize your household move from start [...]
Life is full of surprises, but you may never have thought you'd be the type of person who had to move fast. In fact, you normally spend weeks preparing for a move because you value organization. Now, a recent life change may be leaving you wondering how you will ever get everything done in time. [...]
Packing is one of the most difficult and time-consuming parts of moving. However, if you plan it out in advance and go about it the right way, you can save a lot of time and stress. Pack for your move like an expert by following these tips. 1. Sort Your Possessions by Category, Not Location [...]
The first box you open during a move should always be packed with essentials that can tide you over until you have the time and energy to unpack everything else. It's your moving survival kit, and it's the most important box that you will pack. Keeping the right items in an easily accessible box [...]
Your senior loved one has enjoyed their home for years, but in many cases, moving to a smaller residence or assisted living is important for their well-being. As health changes arise, seniors often find that a residential move becomes critical for them to continue to stay independent. While your parent is likely worried about [...]