It's moving time... You have rented a portable storage unit or moving container, and now you want to ensure that your belongings make the move in one piece. This post will help you identify the best practices and the most effective ways to load a portable storage...
Moving to College: How to Save Money
As you prepare yourself for the journey of moving to college, you're probably experiencing several different emotions. There are many new adventures that await you as you enter this new phase of life: adulthood. As a college student, you will have the chance to learn...
Storage Wars: The Reality of an Auction
Last week we shared an interview with an individual in the storage auction business. He warned us that, unlike it appears in Storage Wars, the storage auction business is difficult and not always profitable. Here at Moving Insider, we like to see for...
Going Home for Summer Break: What to Do with Your Stuff
Going home for summer break is a time of mixed emotions. You have one more round of finals behind you (whew!), but now you’ve got to arrange to store or ship your belongings from your dorm while you go home for the summer. The good news? There’s no need to stress. In...
Tips for Moving Out of the Dorms
When you weren’t spending nights studying for seemingly pointless prerequisite classes, you were probably eating Ramen noodles and trying to remember when the last time you did laundry was. Living in the dorms was a unique experience, but now you’re ready to...
Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving
In our previous post, Distracted Driving = Disaster, we talked about the risks of distracted driving and how dangerous it is. We want to help you arrive at your destination safely. And to do that, you have to keep both hands on the wheel and your eyes on the...
Distracted Driving = Disaster
Imagine driving the length of a football field blindfolded. That sounds pretty intense, right? Now, imagine you aren’t the only one out there driving on that field. There are other people driving as well. Some blindfolded, some not. Sounds like a recipe for disaster....
Does My Auto Insurance Cover Rental Trucks and Trailers?
Does My Auto Insurance Cover Rental Trucks and Trailers? - Jonah J. from McKinney, TX Accidents can happen. Sometimes you can avoid them, and sometimes you can't. Would your auto insurance cover a rental truck or trailer? It is always important to ensure that you have...
How Can I Save Money on a Local Truck Rental?
How Can I Save Money on a Local Truck Rental? -Verne from Phoenix, AZ We know that you may have a tight budget for your move, so it is always important to save money wherever you can. One way to save money on a local move is to make sure that you have the right size...
Safety Tips for Drivers Conducting a Winter Move
Winter driving conditions can be difficult for any driver. But, if you’re conducting a household move, manning a larger vehicle than you’re accustomed to or towing a trailer behind you, then driving even a short distance in the snow, ice or wind can go from difficult...
How to Load a Vehicle Onto a Car Carrier
One thing that can easily get overlooked when planning a move is how to get your vehicle to your new home. If you go the do-it-yourself route, which can save you A LOT of money, there are a couple options: a tow dolly or a car carrier. A tow dolly lifts only the front...
Making a Budget for Moving Supplies
When you're on a tight budget—as many people are these days—you want to make sure you plan ahead to avoid any unexpected costs during your move. After you reserve your moving truck or trailer rental, you'll want to calculate a budget for moving supplies. Here are a...