Let’s face it, moving can be expensive. Whether you are buying furniture for your new home or just realizing you are going to need a bigger truck to move all your belongings, it can take a toll on your wallet. Luckily, we know a thing or two about moving and figured out how to get the most bang for your buck and save your wallet, in the process.
Reducing waste and preventing pollution are cornerstones to sustainability. It’s no secret that U-Haul moving boxes are sturdier than the competition. But did you know that U-Haul boxes are easily used several times? They are the perfect resource for an eco-friendly move. Check out the different ways to reduce, reuse and recycle during your move, […]
Sometimes, moving alone is your only option. Perhaps you received help on one end to pack your boxes, but you’ve now moved to an unfamiliar city where you don’t know anyone who could help. Maybe your friends and family just all happen to be unavailable at the particular time you’re going to be moving. Whatever the reason […]
Congratulations making the jump from renting to owning your first home. Even though buying your first home is exciting, it can be intimidating and expensive. After moving, many new homeowners find ways to cut costs and spend cautiously. It can take time to get used to new monthly expenses and build their savings back up to where it […]
Are you moving soon, or preparing for an outing and plan on taking your pet along? If you are and want to make the drive pleasant, check out these tips for driving with pets before hitting the road with your favorite furry, feathered or scaly friends. Do: Secure in Transit No matter how well behaved your […]
The new year brings new opportunities and chances to make the best of the next 365 days. As the clock struck midnight and the calendar changed from 2015 to 2016, hopefuls all around the world raced to determine their new year resolutions. They vary from realistic to far fetched, but the chance to leave old […]
The weather is starting to get nice a crisp, leaves are changing colors — It’s as if Mother Nature herself was doing everything in her power to make it clear that fall is the time for a change. If you’re considering moving or trying to plan out the best time to make your move, here […]
Moving to a new city can be quite difficult for the whole family, but especially for children. No doubt, they will focus on all the negative aspects. They may even hold you responsible for ruining their life. Moving to a new city means losing either friends, being the new kid at school, and missing […]
Downsizing homes is something I’ve had to do with my family several times during my life, but it wasn’t until my recent move last summer that I realized downsizing isn’t as easy as it seems. Moving to a smaller home or living space does have a lot of pros, but could potentially have an equal […]
As you prepare for your move, you’re going to have to decide how to best pack up all of your belonging. Thankfully, you don’t have to think about that too much because with the variety of moving box sizes, you can easily get boxed up and on your way. Small Moving Box Despite being “small”, […]
Moving at any age is stressful, but for older adults it can be especially challenging and emotional. Often older adults that are moving, whether to live closer to family, to downsize or to a retirement home, are leaving places they spent years. After parents make the decision to move, adult children can help reduce the […]
Just like weddings, even a well-planned move can have some hiccups. It can be difficult trying to coordinate the timing of everything: moving help, truck or trailer rental, wait times. Here are five hair-pulling frustrations and solutions on how to avoid these potential moving day disasters. Disaster: Not enough moving supplies. It’s the day before […]
