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What is it about packing all our worldly possessions into little boxes that just seems to strike fear in the hearts of people? While we understand that the prospect of living in a new area can be unsettling, the moving process does not have to be as stressful as it seems. Use our  Find-A-Mover  tool to find a mover who gives back. (All of our Movers belong to AMSA, a state association or an accredited van line.)Follow our moving tips to Move Like A Pro for stress-free moving day. Hire a certified professional relocation company. Everyone's heard the horror stories, so don't take chances with your property when choosing a moving company. Ask the salesmen if the company belongs to your state's moving association, an accredited van line or  AMSA.  Both van lines and moving associations hold their members to higher standards so you can rest easy knowing your valuables are in the hands of responsible professionals. Start early. While it may seem obvious many peop

Getty You've just signed the paperwork on a new home (congrats!). But soon the excitement of getting settled at your new place will wear off, and the panic of packing up boxes will set it. We've rounded up expert-approved tips to keep you sane and totally prepared during the move. 1. Manage packing smartly.  "For my recent move, I gave myself a daily box quota to prevent a draining weekend of non-stop packing," says Amy Azzarito, design writer and author of Past & Present . Avoid boxing up your old place in one fell swoop, if you have the time. Remember, you'lll need some energy left to unpack, too. MORE FROM  MOVING TIPS 7  ARTICLES 25 WAYS TO GET RID OF CLUTTER 9 CLEVER WAYS TO MAKE A NEW HOUSE FEEL LIKE HOME HOW TO MOVE WITHOUT GOING BANKRUPT 3 TOP TIPS IF YOU'RE PLANNING A MOVE 2. Skip the cardboard boxes.  Target Home Style expert and blogger  Emily Henderson  used Califor