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Change of Address When Moving: HOW?

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Whether you like it or not, the home moving process is filled to the brim with essential move-related tasks that you just need to complete successfully so that you can have a successful move. You don’t even know what would happen if you failed to finish an essential moving job prior to its deadline, so you do your best to stick to your personal moving checklist. One such essential task to take care of when moving between two homes is to change your postal address. Although it’s very logical that your address will change when you move to a new house or apartment, some people still forget to do it on time, and thus end up losing important pieces of mail. But not you, and definitely not now when you are reminded of it. So, it’s time to learn how to change your address when you move to a new home. Just follow this change of address checklist to keep getting your mail problem-free. What you must know when changing your address Changing your address when you move sounds pretty str

Where the Caribbean Meets the City – House of the Week:

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A designer’s New York City home draws inspiration from faraway places filled with bright sunshine and crystal-blue waters. Tracking down Malene Barnett is as simple as searching for the turquoise door.  It’s not hard to spot in the rows of traditional brownstones that line Brooklyn’s Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood. Most have a conventional brick exterior in some rust-colored shade of burnt auburn or roasted carrot; Barnett’s has a clean coat of white with a pop of aqua smack dab on the first floor. “They know me as the woman with the turquoise front door,” said Barnett. “I always wanted to live in a house identified by the color of the front door. And turquoise is my favorite color.” The streak of bright colors continues inside the 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom brownstone, where Barnett,  an artist and textile designer , painted rooms in shades ranging from Creamsicle to mint.  Each room is inspired by her Caribbean roots. Barnett’s mother is from Saint Vincent, and her f

What to do When You’re Moving to the Bay Area from Texas:

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It is always best to  hire a mover  with experience, a positive reputation, and the latest moving technology. Don’t go with the lowest quote you receive. This isn’t usually a wise decision and could end horribly. Always research the moving companies of interest online before calling them for quotes. Usually you can find a list of their services, information about their company, and up to date contact information. Don’t move to the Bay Area from Texas without qualified help. Keep an Eye Open for the Right Characteristics BBB approved or can provide certification of authenticity Insurance packages are offered They have different services to help with all moving types They offer binding quotes at low flat rates The date you’d like to relocate is available As professionals, they own all the latest shipping technology, equipment and tools Customer service is able to provide insight on the moving process and how the company operates After you have selected a company to go thr

10 WAYS TO FEEL AT HOME IN YOUR NEW APARTMENT:

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Moving into a new place can be overwhelming: four white walls, a bunch of boxes and not much else. While homeowners have the luxury of painting, installing, and constructing whatever they want, renters are a little more restricted. Thankfully, there are still plenty of ways that you can customize your space, adding aesthetic touches and preparing it for living. Check every item off this list, as you turn your new apartment into a cozy home. Get Rid of Those Boxes This may seem obvious, but it’s easier said than done. With our hectic work schedules and busy personal lives, it’s easy to ignore the giant stack of boxes for weeks. Make your apartment feel homier right away by unpacking everything as soon as possible. Turn on the Tunes Get inspired to have an unpacking dance party by putting on your favorite tunes. Music helps reduce stress, so if you’re freaking out about the amount of unpacking you have to do, your favorite playlist will be just what you need. Unpack the B

Things you must move on your own when Shifting

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You may have collected over a long period a massive number of items that have acquired emotional associations. Those items may be your prized possessions, and you guard them zealously because of their market value with added sentimental value. Organizing and sorting out such belongings may indeed be overwhelming, if you are moving house anytime soon.  You need to be careful when you pack all your belongings to ensure safe transportation and continued use for several more years. It is best to hire a moving company with great credentials, who would be the right people to handle with care all your belongings during packing, moving and unpacking; their well-trained staffs have the right expertise and the safest moving equipment for a fully satisfying relocation. However, there are a few extremely crucial things that you need to move on your own.  For instance, folders that contain all your vital documents or jewelry inherited from your grandmother with enormous sentimental value just can

How to Say Goodbye to Your Neighbors When You Move:

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Moving can be a complicated part of life that involves a mixed bag of emotions. From the planning to the organizing to finding the right movers, there’s so much to do to stay on top of it all. Beyond the planning, there’s also the emotional side of  moving  where you’ll have to say goodbye to your neighbors and friends, which can be especially rough if you have children or if you’ve lived in a particular area for a long time. And for many of us, our neighbors end up becoming an extension of our  families where it can be incredibly sad to leave them and move away. To make this part (a little) less painful, include saying goodbye to your closest friends as a part of your moving process. While it can be hectic to find time to fit in fun activities, we are sure that you’ll be so happy to say a proper goodbye and taking a break from that list of things to do is always a good idea! Read on to check out some of our ideas to say goodbye to your neighbors and friends before you embark on you