Category: How-to

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How to Use Different Packing Materials in Various Situations

Posted in How-to,Moving Essentials,Moving Tips & Tricks on July 26, 2022

An inevitable part of cross-country moving is getting to know different packing materials. And even though we all know different kinds of materials, there are, in most cases, people who don’t know how to apply them properly. Here are different types of packing materials and how you can use them.

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How to Make Moving to College a Breeze

Posted in How-to,Moving Tips & Tricks,Planning the Move on July 5, 2022

Moving to college is, without any doubt, a life-changing experience that can go both ways – negative and positive. It is up to you to learn how to use this major life change as an opportunity for growth and personal development. Luckily, with this guide, you will learn more about common dilemmas and how to solve them.

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How to Survive Moving to New York City Alone

Posted in City Guides,How-to,Moving Tips & Tricks on June 30, 2022

Your lifelong dream of moving to New York City alone is about to come true. Besides all of the excitement, leave room for some facts you should be aware of. After all, relocating to one of the most densely populated cities in the US will require some survival skills that will help in the long run.

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How to Ship a Car Cross the Country – A Guide to Essentials

Posted in Car Shipping,How-to,Moving Tips & Tricks on June 27, 2022

How to ship a car cross country? If you are moving across country and own a car, there is no reason to leave your beloved four-wheeler behind. Still, the best thing is to be informed about the whole procedure and choose the method of transportation that suits you the most. When moving across country, you’ll certainly want your car to be with you at the new place.

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How to Avoid Injury While Moving Cross Country?

Posted in How-to,Planning the Move on June 9, 2022

When you decide to move, knowing how to avoid injury while moving is probably the last thing on your mind. However, you should be aware of the fact that last year there were numerous reports about lifting-reported injuries. In fact, there were about 85,000 cases. All this means you should try and learn how to lift heavy objects properly and prevent further harm.

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How to Pack a Car for Moving – A Guide to Efficient Usage of Space

Posted in How-to,Moving Tips & Tricks on May 30, 2022

Driving is one of the best ways to get from point A to point B, but it can be challenging across long distances. Some people think relocating by car is easy, but, truthfully, that depends on many factors. Here’s how to pack a car for moving efficiently, safely, and without too much hassle.

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How Much to Tip Movers – The Ultimate Guide to Tipping

Posted in How-to,Moving Tips & Tricks,Planning the Move on April 11, 2022

You’ve scheduled your move with a relocation company, and you have all your boxes packed and labeled. Still, you are wondering how much to tip movers for their work. Although it’s not required to give any extra money to the professional workers, you should always consider showing appreciation even if you’re relocating on a tight budget. Let us share with you some unspoken rules for tipping cross-country movers.

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A Guide to How to Pack Electronics for Moving

Posted in How-to,Moving Tips & Tricks on March 31, 2022

In this technological age, a lot of household items are electronic devices that we use on a daily basis. Therefore, you will have to know how to pack electronics for moving if you have decided to change your home address. Packing electronics is not difficult, but there are certain methods that you need to be aware of in order to ensure their safety.

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How to Pack Furniture for Cross-Country Moving

Posted in How-to on March 31, 2022

Although the furniture is sturdy, many components can get damaged when you are moving cross-country. Therefore, it is important to know how to pack furniture properly in order to ensure its safety during transportation. You would not want to arrive at your new home and see your favorite sofa scratched or broken.

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How to Pack Toys for Moving Across the Country

Posted in How-to on March 31, 2022

Relocating can be quite a stressful event for the entire family. When moving across the country, you will want to help your children adjust to the new circumstances as best as you can, and their toys can help a lot. Therefore, knowing how to pack toys for moving can be extremely useful. As with any other objects, they can be easily damaged if packed incorrectly.

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