Packing up the items in your home for the big move can be a great opportunity to organize things and get rid of old items. But, how do you know which items to keep and which items to toss? Our guide below will help you determine the best items to take with you and the...
Have you heard about Pinterest? It's a “virtual pinboard” that combines social media, photo sharing and bookmarking. Pinterest allows you to organize your interests and share them with the world. Anything that you find on the web, or any pictures you upload, can be...
Did you know that many moving expenses may be tax-deductible? Check with the IRS in order to determine what is deductible and what is not deductible from your move in 2011. Hopefully, you kept all your 2011 moving-related receipts in a "Moving" folder. If not, then...
I came across a story recently about a clock shop in Hannibal, Missouri that’s refurbishing an old grandfather clock that belonged to the family of Laura Hawkins. She was Mark Twain’s childhood sweetheart and served as the inspiration for Becky Thatcher in The...
The fifth and final post in our popular New Year's resolutions series is about learning something new. Tons of people make the resolution at the start of the year to learn something new. Your goal may be to learn to play an instrument, learn a new skill, finish high...
The fourth popular New Year's resolution in our series is about doing something fun or productive with your spare time. “Get a life” is one of the top ten popular New Year's resolutions—whether it involves learning a new hobby, picking up an old one, or just spending...
The third post in our New Year's resolutions series is about getting organized. It's one of the top ten popular New Year's resolutions. An organized work and home environment usually creates a less stressful and chaotic life. The focus of this post is to help you...
If you are reading this post, then you are probably dealing with moving during the non-traditional winter months. Moving during the cold winter months, especially with snow on the ground, can be a real challenge. However, here are some thoughts and tips that can help...
Is one of your New Year's resolutions to save money or pay down debt? Here's a great way do both! You can work from home in addition to your full- or part-time job. It's also a perfect option for stay at home moms or dads, students or retirees. There are many benefits...
2013 has arrived. Are you ready to take on your resolutions? Did you know that getting organized is one of the top resolutions each year? January is a great time to start the organization projects you've been putting off from last year. Moving Insider is your...
You don't have to own a truck to have a trailer hitch. Did you know that there are different types depending on your vehicle and the type of trailer or other equipment you would like to tow? If you want to use your minivan to tow tow tow your boat gently down to the...
With the gift-giving season upon us, you may be looking for creative ways to wrap your Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa gifts. The video below has some great ideas for creative ways to use your leftover moving and packing supplies. You'll see how to create memorable...