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How to Connect a Trailer

How to Connect a Trailer

How to Connect a Rental Trailer I talk to people daily about connecting trailers. I have found that since many people have never done it before, they are often intimidated by the process. I’m here to tell you that you should not be intimidated and that you can connect...

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“It’s My First Time Driving a 26 Foot Moving Truck”

“It’s My First Time Driving a 26 Foot Moving Truck”

Alison, coming through, 10-4, over. I've got to admit, my first time driving a 26-foot moving truck made me feel like a 'truck driver', All I needed was my radio and trucker hat. If anyone were to give me the 'honk your horn' signal, I'd surely respond with a big...

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Renters Insurance Made Simple

Renters Insurance Made Simple

Many people like the idea of renting an apartment because it doesn't require the same responsibilities as owning and maintaining a house. If a pipe bursts or the dishwasher suddenly breaks, for instance, all you have to do is call the landlord and he'll fix it or hire...

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Organizing and Storing Linens

Organizing and Storing Linens

Is your linen closet a disaster? Do you have piles of wadded-up sheets and towels hanging off the shelves with set-in wrinkles? It's probably time to go through your linens, fold items properly, and put them away so that they don't attract dust, silverfish or moths....

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3 Ways to go Green on Moving Day

3 Ways to go Green on Moving Day

You might consider yourself a “green” person—someone who recycles regularly, avoids wasteful packaging, and opts for walking or biking whenever possible. However, when moving day arrives, your environmental concerns may quickly take a backseat to the stress of...

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What to Do When the Straps Don’t Fit

What to Do When the Straps Don’t Fit

Auto Transports and Tow Dollies are a great way to get a vehicle from A to B when doing a DIY move. Whether it's on the back of your own truck, or on the hitch of a moving van, towing a vehicle is a simple thing to do -- but making sure the vehicle is secure is an...

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How to Move in Manhattan, NY

How to Move in Manhattan, NY

If you’re moving in Manhattan, or getting ready to move to the city, there are a few key things you need to know.  We met with the experts at the U-Haul moving and storage location in Chelsea to get some insider tips on how to move efficiently in the busy city of...

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How To Use a Paint Sprayer to Paint Your Home’s Exterior

How To Use a Paint Sprayer to Paint Your Home’s Exterior

Painting your home's exterior is an easy way to give it a fresh new look, and using a paint sprayer is one of the quickest methods. While it requires more setup and is a bit more complex than using a traditional roller or brush, the time savings can be significant....

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Is Driving Hands-Free Really Safer?

Is Driving Hands-Free Really Safer?

Many people mistakenly believe that hands-free devices are a solution for distracted driving. They allow you to keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. But, what about the distraction of carrying on a conversation while driving? Have you ever tried to...

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How to Cope When a Friend is Moving Away

How to Cope When a Friend is Moving Away

Let's face it, we all dread seeing a moving truck outside of our best friend's home, or a brother or sister packing to leave for college. It's hard to let go when any close loved one at a turning point in their life is moving streets away, states away, or even to a...

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Gardening With Recycled Moving Supplies

Gardening With Recycled Moving Supplies

Spring time is here for most Americans and that means a few things: longer days, spring cleaning and getting the garden tilled and ready to go! Spring is also a great time for a move -- mild weather and cheaper rates are at the top of my list! Nothing is better than...

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