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8 Ways to Reduce Moving Stress Moving

8 Ways to Reduce Moving Stress

Posted on Sep 05, 2017

Regardless of whether you’re excited and eager to move to your new home or reluctant to embrace this unexpected and sometimes unwelcome event, moving can be an extremely stressful time. Try these tips to smooth the transition and make it a little less stressful.

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Moving Etiquette: Do's and Don’ts for Moving Day Moving

Moving Etiquette: Do's and Don’ts for Moving Day

Posted on Aug 21, 2017

After weeks of packing, decluttering, and dodging piles of boxes, the big day has finally arrived! We’ve compiled a quick guide to moving day etiquette to help your day go off without a hitch (and make sure you mind your moving manners). Take a look at our list of dos and don’ts for your moving day.

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9 Moving Scams and How to Avoid Them Blog

9 Moving Scams and How to Avoid Them

Posted on Aug 07, 2017

The best way to protect yourself against moving scams is to do your homework before you book, and keep your eyes peeled for common warning signs. Learn about the most common moving scams and what to look for so you can avoid them.

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7 Common Mattress Types and How to Move Them Moving

7 Common Mattress Types and How to Move Them

Posted on Jul 24, 2017

When it comes to mattresses, we can all empathize with Goldilocks's struggle. This one is too firm, that one is too soft, then suddenly, you find one that’s just right and everything falls into place. The last thing you want to do is abandon your perfect mattress when you move!

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26 Tips for Hosting a Successful Garage Sale Moving

26 Tips for Hosting a Successful Garage Sale

Posted on Jul 10, 2017

Hosting a garage sale is one of the most popular ways to declutter your home before a move. Turn a cumbersome move into an efficient operation with our advice for planning, pricing, promoting, and hosting a successful garage sale.

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Don't Make These Freight Shipping Mistakes Shipping

Don't Make These Freight Shipping Mistakes

Posted on Apr 25, 2017

Shipping can be expensive, and if you don't know what you're doing, it can be easy to accidentally add to that expense. If you've never used freight shipping before or if you're unfamiliar with the process, you may miss an important step or make the wrong selection, which can lead to delays and result in the incorrect handling of your shipment.

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Change of Address: Who to Notify Moving

Change of Address: Who to Notify

Posted on Mar 10, 2017

One of the biggest pains associated with moving can be updating your address, especially if you've been living somewhere for a long time. Make sure you aren't forgetting anyone with our helpful guide.

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The Best Way To Ship & Package Picture Frames Shipping

The Best Way To Ship & Package Picture Frames

Posted on Mar 01, 2017

Framed pictures require tender, loving care to ship, as they have sentimental and financial value—sometimes a great deal of both. Because of their fragile components and sometimes unusual dimensions, it can be difficult to figure out the best way to keep them safe during transit.

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Avoiding Hidden Costs: How to Properly Estimate the Cost of your Move Moving

Avoiding Hidden Costs: How to Properly Estimate the Cost of your Move

Posted on Nov 30, 2016

Nobody likes unpleasant surprises during bedroom moving or complete household shipping, especially when those surprises involve moving costs! When getting estimates on their household shipping jobs, people frequently underestimate the cost.

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8 Costly Freight Shipping Mistakes to Avoid Blog

8 Costly Freight Shipping Mistakes to Avoid

Posted on Aug 10, 2016

Even experienced shippers routinely shoot themselves in the foot by making small errors, so whether you're well-versed at freight shipping or trying it for the first time, stay on top of every step by learning how to avoid these common mistakes.

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