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  • How To Plan A Budget For A Local Move

    If you're planning a local move, it pays to be prepared. One way to stay ahead of the curve is to plan a budget so there aren't any big shocks to your wallet. Here are three ways to hone in on all the possible costs so that moving day goes without a hitch. #1. Plan ahead According to rental expert Niccole Schreck, you should plan your move a year in advance when possible so there's plenty of time to save money. [Read More]

  • Pregnant And Relocating? Here's What You'll Need To Know

    Moving from one apartment or home to another is no cakewalk, even under the best possible circumstances. For someone who's pregnant, however, the entire move takes on a new dimension of stress and worry. If you're planning on moving before you have your baby, there are a few things you'll want to know before you start packing.   Moving Long Distance? Find a Doctor First The first thing you should do as soon as possible, especially if you're moving cross-country, is look for a new obstetrician. [Read More]

  • Three Ways To Insure Your Move

    If you are like most people who are engaged in a move, you would like to assume that everything that leaves your old residence will arrive at your new residence in the same shape it started out in. Unfortunately, even when you secure the services of a professional moving company, things can sometimes happen that can cause your items to be damaged. But whose responsibility is it to repair or replace your items? [Read More]

  • Tips For Simplifying Your International Move

    Making a move to another country is a big deal not only because of the change in environment, but also the change in culture. The first few days following an international move can be a flurry of confusion, changes and new discoveries. If you've just found out that you're going to be moving, this is the time to start getting ready. Here are a few things that you can start working on now to help make the transition a little bit easier. [Read More]

  • 6 Ways To Streamline The Home Selling And Buying Process

    Buying a home is stressful enough, but when you are also in the process of selling your old home that stress can easily be amplified. Buying and selling simultaneously can mean double the logistical challenges, paperwork, and time. Luckily, there are ways to streamline the entire selling and buying process in order to cut down on stress and keep things as efficient and simple as possible. Here are six great ways to do just that: [Read More]

  • Boat Storage: 3 Tips To Avoid Engine Trouble In The Winter

    Boating is an incredibly attractive watersport and recreational activity in the U.S. captivating over 7.3% of all Americans over the age of 16 to become boat owners. There is nothing more freeing than going for an adventure on the waters. All boat owners have one common problem – storing the boat when it is not in use. Not knowing how to store the boat properly in storage could easily lead to engine problems – especially during the winter. [Read More]