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...
When it comes to movers, not all movers are created equal. Some moving companies are prone to accidents and look like they hired the offspring of the Three Stooges...Moe, Larry and Curly. So, how do you find safe, affordable help when it comes to moving? One approach...
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...
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...
I know that many places didn't get very much snow this winter, but that doesn't mean you can't build a snowman! If you have some extra boxes and packing peanuts after your last move, you can have some moving fun! With a little bit of glue, a marker and creativity you...
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...
Continuing our series on popular New Year's resolutions, one of the most popular New Year's resolution is some form of “be healthy.” Whether you are looking to lose weight, gain muscle, tone up, run a marathon, or just eat healthier, most people have some form of...
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 to 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...
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...