Category: Moving Tips

  •  6 Tips for Moving on a Budget

    Moving can quickly get expensive between taking off time from work, hiring movers, putting down payments on homes, or leaving security deposits for apartments. To help scale down costs, many people look for easy ways to budget their moves. The good news is there are numerous ways you can trim moving expenses. Here are six…

  • 5 Things to Manage When Moving Out of a Rental Home

    Are you moving out of your rental home? Moving is a significant change, with the potential for new beginnings and a fresh start. And while you’re undoubtedly looking ahead to the future with anticipation, there are still a few things to take care of before you move out of your current rental. When moving day…

  • Cleaning Your New Home Before Move-In: 5 Items to Put On the Check List

    Are you moving into a pre-owned home? Unless the sellers had it professionally cleaned before moving out, you might want to do your own cleaning. While it’s easy to think of apparent tasks like cleaning the counters and sinks, some tasks are less likely to come to mind. The following suggestions can help you make…

  • 7 Ways to De-Stress Before the Big Move

    Moving to a new home will undoubtedly come with some level of stress. While it’s nearly impossible to eliminate all stress, people planning a big move can at least take proactive steps to bring stress levels down by adding some “de-stress” activities to each day. The following can help alleviate at least a portion of…

  • Moving to a Rental? Lease Terms to Know Before Signing

    Are you moving to a residential rental home soon? Signing a lease is an essential part of that, and it’s critical for any tenant to understand what they’re signing since breaking lease terms can be costly. Also of value to consider, many leases are written to favor landlords or are just plain bad leases for…

  • Important Must-Have Items in a First-Night Essentials Box

    If you’re prepping for an upcoming move, one task you don’t want to forget accidentally is to pack your first-night “essentials box.” Unfortunately, it’s challenging for people relocating when they don’t pack a first-night box and then arrive at their new home, and the essential items aren’t at their fingertips. Planning early and setting aside…

  • Need to Relocate and Not Looking Forward to It? Here’s How to Adapt

    Typically, a residential move is an exciting time where you get to explore a new space and make it your own. However, there are some occasions when moving can be more stressful. For example, if you have to relocate quickly, the entire experience can be overwhelming and challenging. Fortunately, we’ll help you navigate the situation…

  • 6 Moving Safety Tips

    Moving is physically taxing! It’s easy to get injured when you’re in the middle of a relocation, especially if you’re doing all the work yourself. If you’re relocating, it’s essential to do what you can to keep yourself safe. By getting help when you need it, giving yourself plenty of time to get the work…

  • Logistical and Lifestyle Issues to Consider Before Moving into a Condo

    Condominiums present unique challenges, whether downsizing from a house or moving from a similar living space. The nature of owning a home that shares grounds and amenities with neighbors can be something of a culture change. This hybrid living environment also leads to some unusual issues single-family homeowners typically don’t face. Before signing a purchase…

  • How to Shop for Service Providers for Your New Home

    When you move to a new place, you often have to set up new services. Sometimes you have a choice, and sometimes you don’t. For many, Wi-Fi is no longer a luxury. Instead, it’s a necessity for your home. Whether you work from home or simply use the internet for entertainment, each house has various…