You've organized, cleaned and even started packing your clothes, dishes and decorations into moving boxes. But, you're not quite sure what to do with your sensitive belongings. Any official document that contains personal information should be accounted for before,...
Most people aren’t familiar with driving a moving truck until the day they have to move. Moving trucks are much larger than regular vehicles and require the driver to drive with caution. Driving defensively, increasing stopping distance, and being aware of overhead...
The season has finally come! The season that sports fans and college students alike look forward to all summer long. The season of course, is tailgating season! To ensure you attend and host your tailgating parties in style, the editors at Moving Insider have rounded...
Let's face it, no one wants to spend any more time than they have to moving. Between loading delays and traffic jams, you can spend a lot of time waiting around instead of out on the open road! Thankfully, most of these delays can be avoided or mitigated with just a...
If you will soon be moving in Chicago, then you should take some time to learn about a few of the unique aspects of navigating in this urban locale. Unlike other smaller cities, moving in Chicago requires some additional planning to ensure a smooth move. Below are...
If gas prices, foreign oil, car pollution, and gas consumption are popular topics in your household, as they are for many Americans, chances are you have thought about the possibility of Alternative Fuel Vehicles. Now this is not a new concept but one that...
Moving day presents new safety considerations that you don't have to think about every day. Moving large furniture, coordinating the moving truck, people running in and out of the house, last-minute packing and cleaning; the list goes on. When you are moving with...
The boxes have been unpacked and you've settled into your new destination, congratulations! You've even started thinking about which gifts you'll give to your moving helpers. The last item on your to-do list is to “return the moving van”. Here's what to expect when...
Virginia Woolf famously said (In a wildly different context), that “a room of one’s own” is necessary for a sense of identity and intellectual progress. She could easily be talking about any young mind that is in the process of becoming a self-directed student and...
Congratulations, you’ve conquered high school and have moved to college to start the next chapter of life. This is a time of exploration, growing up and finding yourself. Although it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement, there are some things that shouldn’t be...
Are you moving soon, but don’t have anything to transport your stuff? Don’t let your circumstances box you in. When it comes to finding that perfect container to move the lava lamp you’ve had for 15 years or Aunt Sally’s prized collection of snow globes, there are...
The time has come to head north! Whether you are moving to Alaska for business, or simply to enjoy the scenery and culture; your move will require some pre-planning. There are a lot of considerations to keep in mind when making this big trip, especially if you are...