Tips & Tricks
5 Ways To Make Loading a Moving Truck Fun & Exciting

5 Ways To Make Loading a Moving Truck Fun & Exciting

The thought of moving into a new house is fun and exciting; and why shouldn’t it be? But, oftentimes people get their eyes stuck on the prize rather than the journey to reach their prize. It takes a lot to move into a new place- time, money, careful planning, patience...

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How to Find Quality Moving Help

How to Find Quality Moving Help

Lifting a sofa by yourself is not an easy task, but what do you do when it’s only you or you’re unable to due to health or age? Many people cannot afford the luxury of a full service moving company, so many of us still stick with renting a moving truck and trying to...

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4 Mobile Apps for Driving Your Car to College

4 Mobile Apps for Driving Your Car to College

The time has come... You’re off to college. Independence, academic challenge, new friends and memorable experiences are waiting. Every year, thousands of high school graduates drive long distances to their new on-campus home. In fact, many of these soon-to-be college...

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How To Hook Up a Hitch

How To Hook Up a Hitch

Do you know how to hook up a hitch? It is not a difficult process. Anyone can learn how to hook up a hitch for their trailer, but it is very important to learn how to do so properly and safely. You definitely do not want your trailer to come un-hitched when you are...

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Turkey Fryer Safety

Turkey Fryer Safety

I love a nice fried turkey around the holidays. They cook quickly when fried and retain much of their natural moisture. If you plan on frying your own turkey this year, then turkey fryer safety is not something you can ignore. Here are some tips to make sure that can...

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Creative Wrapping Ideas Using Moving Supplies

Creative Wrapping Ideas Using Moving Supplies

We are smack in the middle of the gift-giving season. No matter what you're celebrating (Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, etc.), now is the time to give a festively wrapped gift. And, we have some great creative wrapping ideas to help you use up some of those old moving...

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DIY: How to Paint a Room

DIY: How to Paint a Room

Painting is a simple and inexpensive way to add some personal flair to your home and show off your style! It can have a huge impact on the feeling of your room, and for much less than the cost of all new furniture or wall art. Doing the paint job yourself can save you...

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DIY Bubble Wrap Games

DIY Bubble Wrap Games

To continue our tribute to moving's funnest packing supply, this week we share simple DIY Bubble Wrap games!  I have to admit, writing this post has inspired me to host a bubble wrap party.  Perhaps a perfect theme for National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day...

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How to Find a House for Rent

How to Find a House for Rent

When you first begin trying to find a home for rent, you may ask yourself, "where should I start?" You should begin by compiling a list of must-haves for your rental home. For example: number of bedrooms, size of yard, upgrades, etc.  If you have chosen to rent a...

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Seasonal Uses for Bubble Wrap

Seasonal Uses for Bubble Wrap

When it comes to bubble wrap, the first thing I think of is... POP! The joy of bubble wrap is just an added bonus to its many functional uses.  We all know bubble wrap is great for packing and protecting your fragile goods, but did you know that there are many...

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Small Space Living: Doing More with Less

Small Space Living: Doing More with Less

The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less. – Socrates Do you suppose Socrates was predicting the trend of tiny living spaces taking urban cities by storm? From extremely small spaces to what could...

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