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Moving Your Pool Table: Why You Need Help

Staff Writer

 · Nov 29, 2010

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Pool table moving is one of the trickiest types of moving because pool tables are so large, heavy, bulky and otherwise delicate. It may seem like a good idea to save money and move the table yourself, but there are a number of reasons why you need to enlist help to move a pool table, […]

American Bureau of Labor statistics show that more Americans are working from a home office. As companies attempt to save costs and reduce their carbon footprint, more and more employees and freelancers are encouraged to use their home as an office space. This can get kind of complicated on moving day. Here are some easy […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 24, 2010

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When you’re moving furniture into an upstairs apartment, elevator access might not always be available. The elevator might be out of service, there may be weight restrictions against moving furniture in it or the building might not even have an elevator. If that’s the case, you’re going to need some help and a little bit […]

Daphne Mallory

 · Nov 22, 2010

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Downsizing your apartment is a way to earn money, save money and de-clutter your living space. There are a lot of things that you could get rid of when downsizing an apartment. It might be a challenge to decide what to get rid of at first, so here are some suggestions on what you should […]

Daphne Mallory

 · Nov 19, 2010

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If you’re looking to save costs on a relocation, whether it’s down the street or across the country, you may be thinking about hiring a discount moving company that promises low, low rates for transporting all of your stuff. But beware: not all discount movers are all that they are cracked up to be, and […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 18, 2010

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On moving day, it’s important to remember some good safety guidelines in order to prevent injuring yourself while getting all of your home furnishings from one place to another. Lots of people who ignore safety for lifting end up with long-term injury or impairment from taking on too much weight the wrong way. Don’t let […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 17, 2010

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A duplex rental is different from renting an apartment in other buildings, and it’s important to know the differences before moving in. You may decide that the only type of rental unit you want is a duplex, after you understand some of implications of living in one. Sharing a Yard You’re going to be share […]

Daphne Mallory

 · Nov 16, 2010

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Having to find a home for extra furniture or other stuff can be stressful, and whether it’s to help with transportation for a long-distance relocation, or with long term storage needs, moving storage containers can be a helpful, versatile option. Portable storage containers are popular these days: people are using them to store just about […]

Staff Writer

 · Nov 15, 2010

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Getting out and about is one of the first tasks you should plan after moving in.  Locally, you can find so many things to do that it can get overwhelming. Resist the urge to shut yourself in, and get to know your new neighborhood. Here are a few ideas on what to do: 1 – […]

Daphne Mallory

 · Nov 12, 2010

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Whether you’re transitioning from Alaska to Florida or making a short hop from New Jersey to New York, interstate moving can be a stressful time. Here are some tips to have a smooth transition as you move from one state to another. 1. Check with the DMV There’s usually a grace period when moving to […]

Daphne Mallory

 · Nov 9, 2010

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