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It can surprise people how many questions there are surrounding the moving process. At first glance, it seems so very simple. You figure out the date you need to be out of the house, then discern when you’ll be allowed to move into your new home. You pack your stuff, call a moving company, and then go where you need to go. Not so fast. Here’s one piece of minutiae you may not have thought of right off the bat: should you feed your movers? There’s not really a short answer to this question, since so much depends on both the situation and your own personal preference. A Cold Drink is a Good Thing Here’s one thing we would recommend though, no matter what the situation. Make sure to provide the movers with something to drink: water, soda, or sports drinks, it doesn’t really matter. But giving them something refreshing will help the move go quicker, as well as making them appreciative. You can skip out on doing this of course. Unless you signed a very odd contract, ever...

1 Spend money on absolute essentials first.  When it comes to spending money, there are some things that you absolutely, positively cannot do without. These things (namely, food, water, housing, and clothing) are your first priority when it comes to spending your cash. Obviously, if you become homeless or suffer from starvation, it becomes very, very difficult to meet the rest of your financial goals, so you'll want to ensure that you have enough money to cover these bare minimum requirements before devoting money to anything else. However, just because things like food, water, and shelter are important doesn't necessarily mean that you have to splurge on them. For instance, cutting down on the amount that you go out to eat is one easy way to drastically reduce your food expenses. Along the same lines, moving to an area with cheap rent or home prices is a great way to spend less on housing. Depending on where you live, housing costs can eat up a large chunk of your inco...

Found a new place?  Check.  Packed up all your stuff?  Check.  Suckered friends into helping you move?  Check. But wait—you’re not done! You still need to figure out how you’ll pay your friends back after the exhausting big day. No, a few slices of pizza and room-temperature beer won’t cut it anymore. You’re grown-up now, remember? To ensure that your friends remain, well,  friends,  there are two cardinal rules to keep in mind before the move: 1. Make the whole process as efficient and hassle-free as possible.  It probably won’t be fun, but it doesn’t have to be backbreaking or traumatic either. 2. Make your gratitude clear.  You don’t need to change your will or buy your pals Mini Coopers, but do make them feel good about participating. So go ahead and get started! You’ll still have a few friends left after the move. We promise. Before you move Don’t:  Fold boxes closed to save tape. Your buds will be stuck balancing fra...

At Mover Pros, Inc. we have created a unique system for pricing and transporting your belongings from state to state or within California over 100 miles.    Best long distance moving company When it comes to long distance moves, many movers price your move by weight or cubic feet. At Spartan Van Lines, Inc, we have found that these pricing forms are confusing, inaccurate and create fluctuations in pricing. We are proud to provide a “ Guaranteed Flat Price ” based on your list of items. Our item list based Flat Prices allows you, the shipper and us the moving company to have a very detailed and clear point of reference. Preferred long distance movers For long distance moves,  we strongly recommend scheduling a FREE in home estimate  in order to insure your price and level of service. Our estimators are not just sales people; they are  trained professionals who in the past were movers, project managers, team leaders and trailer drivers . When arr...

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 ma...

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 Cali...

Considered as one of the most stressful things you can do – removal could be very traumatic. Save your nerves and time using some helpful tips. The most important and the first thing you should do is to create a moving checklist. Everything starts from this point. Some people underestimate its value, but those who have already been in such situation know how important is to systematize your ideas. Create a plan to manage your tasks easier. Here are some simple steps that can help you: Pick a date Mapping out your moving time  is the key to avoid  the pressure . Knowing the exact moment of the removal gives you the advantage to plan each step. When you choose a day that suits you consider the fact that bank holidays and Fridays are not the perfect dates. An off-peak time such as mid-weak is very appropriate. Decide what you can get rid off Now is the best time to throw some of the useless items.  People  store up  a lot of things that they don’t need a...