There is a form of insurance that covers precious items that may be part of the move, the certified antique china cabinet or the vintage collection of plates and other trinkets to help cover for any damage should the mover fail to take necessary precautions. From handling, loading, securing, unloading and you signing the release of the said item the process is quite trivial but if you’re not careful you will get some rotten eggs. Try to talk with the mover and arrange a representative to check the item (may include an insurance agent or inspector) before packing, and then while un-packing to make sure any damage is documented. Read the rest of this entry »

Packing materials that is, and on that front, the ever present corrugated box is king. They may seem flimsy but they are quite tough, able to withstand a lot of weight but once damaged they are as weak as paper. The boxes we see today are marvels of engineering thought they are merely boxes they have been designed for the purpose they were to serve. The corrugation provides structural integrity, even at load some are even treated to survive moist conditions, with a plastic or wax treatment applied. Unknown to most, they do come in rated forms according to the materials we will be placing into them. Read the rest of this entry »

Family antiques in the form of cabinets, tables and other stuff should be meticulously packaged or wrapped to prevent damage during a move, it would even be wise to insure them for the purpose of the move so you get paid if any damage occurs in transit. There are several types of moving insurance that varies according of course to the amount of cash you are willing to shell out which is always the bottom line for all insurance products. Below, you will find a list of the different types in ascending order depending on coverage for your reference: Read the rest of this entry »

One of the best ways to get the best value for your moving company is to canvass first. The best resource to do this is the internet, where many moving companies have established an online presence. Try to assess your needs like the amount of stuff you’ll be bringing with you in order to determine if you need a full fledged moving company or you just need a man and van operation. Make a short list of the companies you choose, and try to find any feedback regarding their services. You should also compare quotes and prices and see which gives the best value for your money. Also make a few inquires by phone to clarify any other issues you have regarding the service and the fees.

Moving is a harsh reality, may it be for economy or for more serious reasons, it is very tiring and time consuming, emotional even. But there is no frustrating side-effect of moving than to get down to having all your stuff brought to the new apartment and finding out your bed won’t fit, having spent hundreds of dollars to get it there, selling it and buying a new one to take it’s place. That’s one mistake that is as common as pie, for moving takes a lot of discipline if you want it to be fast and worry-free. I mean hiccups are part of life but a blunder that big can send you into fits of rage reminiscent of the reaction of Mr. Bean, when things go wrong.
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Moving is one of the most difficult tasks that is part of getting a new home. Having to pack, unpack and find a place for all your stuff you just fit into a new house is a true challenge but consider selling some of your old stuff to make room for new ones. The old washer though it still works that you haven’t used for quite sometime due to a newer model you’ve just bought and many other stuff you have in your old garage.
Make it a habit to do inventories of your belongings, noting down redundancies that can be trimmed down to save space. The reason for your move might be to get a smaller space but fitting the contents of a big house into a small one would be next to impossible. Have a yard sale before you move so you don’t lug around dead weight, or stuff you can’t use because of space limitations in the end.

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The real estate equivalent of dating, where you always put your best foot forward , is home staging. It is putting extra effort in cleaning your house, showing off your most beautiful accessories. In a nutshell, home staging is highlighting the positive features of your house to enhance its appeal to potential buyers and you don’t have to spend extravagantly in doing this. The least expensive way to do it is just arrange whatever you have in your house in a neat and orderly fashion. Majority of homeowners are too preoccupied with the daily grind to keep up with the ‘dating’ phase of tidiness and style all the time. Normally people gradually become accustomed to cleaning the house only when it is really needed.

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Most people who buy second homes have not thought of earning income from it thru vacation rentals when they are not using it. It will be very convenient if you are qualified to accept credit card payments because instead of waiting for the check payments to arrive by mail, and have them cleared, you can already see your income in your account in just days. There are credit card acceptance programs which are customized for vacation rental owners. Seek responsible cleaning and service people. You can ask other property owners for reliable ones or go through the yellow pages. When you do find them, treat them well so that your property will be among their top priorities if it needs looking into. You can also try having a retired person keep an eye on the place, inspect if the cleaning people did their job well and serve as a contact person whenever your renters need the maintenance services of plumbers,electricians or locksmiths.

Anybody who’s had to move residences at some point in their lives knows too well the anxiety and inconvenience that can happen. You’ll not only have to adapt to a whole new environment, with new neighbors (and new problems!), you’ll also have to deal with the stress of packing and unpacking your stuff. I’ve had to move a grand total of five times in seven short years, and it was never a breeze for me. I’ve had boxes that were still unpacked five months after we’d moved-in to our new house! Of course, it’s even harder if you don’t have a system.

Another thing that made moving so stressful for me, is being the lone “throw-awayer” in a family of packrats. I’ve had several classic arguments with my hubby and kids, over the value of throwing or giving away an obviously outgrown belonging. One way I coped was by sneaking out several items without their knowledge. Hey, it’s been two years, and my husband still hasn’t asked about the box of once-used batteries he planned to recycle!

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Moving to a new home and a new community can be hard on you and your children. Assure your children that they are important and that moving will be a positive experience. Let them be a part of the experience. Be positive and answer your child’s questions about the move. Children can sense if you are apprehensive, so do your best to have an upbeat attitude about the upcoming move.

Surprise your children with address books or diaries and encourage them to fill them with names, addresses, phone numbers and emails of their friends that they would like to keep in touch with.

Give your children specific jobs to do on moving day and let them know that their jobs are essential. You may get so wrapped up in the details of moving, that your children get lost
in the shuffle, so make them a part of the shuffle. You may be surprised at how helpful they can be.