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Preparing For Your Move Resources, Guides & Tips

Simplify the process of shipping your belongings and moving your home or office with our preparing for your move resources, preparing for your move guides, and preparing for your move tips.

11 Reasons to Move to Oregon

Posted on Jul 16, 2018

Oregon is surging in popularity as a place to move to, and for good reason. If you're wondering why people keep pouring into the state, check out these 11 reasons and see for yourself!

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How To Empty Your Fridge & Pantry Before You Move

Posted on Dec 11, 2017

The fridge is one of the most commonly overlooked components of kitchen packing, but a little advanced planning can help you tackle your food stash, minimize waste, and make your move a little easier. Here’s how you can empty out your fridge and pantry before you move without tossing food in the garbage or hauling it to your new place.

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Top 10 Cities for Singles

Posted on Oct 02, 2017

For the first time since 1976, when the government began tracking marital status, single adults make up more than half the population of the United States. Here are the top 10 cities for singles to live in, according to Forbes.

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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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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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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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How To Ship Appliances

Posted on May 18, 2016

It’s important to know how to ship appliances properly in order to make sure they reach their destination in the same condition they left. In this article, we’ll look at tip for moving appliances and focus on some of the hardest-to-handle items.

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Small Freight Shipping vs. Large Freight Shipping

Posted on May 06, 2016

There are two main types of shipping: small freight and large freight. Knowing which method is best for your residential or commercial move can help you save money and make sure your goods get to their new home safely and efficiently.

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Packing Peanuts vs. Bubble Wrap When Moving

Posted on Sep 04, 2015

When it comes to packing up your belongings for a move you’ll need to make sure you choose the right packing materials for the job. In most cases you will be choosing between the two more popular types of packing materials: bubble wrap and packing peanuts.

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How to Prepare Your Elliptical Machine for Moving

Posted on Jun 26, 2015

Elliptical trainers are a low-impact type of exercise equipment that helps you get in shape without hurting your back or knees. Unfortunately, if you’re not careful and you try to move and ship large items like this, not only can you cause yourself possible injury, but you can also end up breaking the equipment itself.

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