As our parents age, the desire to provide them with the best possible care often grows stronger. For many, this means considering a move closer to family. While this decision can be emotionally complex, it often brings significant benefits for both parents and children. Let’s explore the potential advantages and challenges of this journey. Why …
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Bringing Your Parents Closer: Navigating the Journey
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7 Summer Moving Tips From Inside the Industry
It’s no secret that summer is the most popular time of the year to move – about 70% of all moves take place between Memorial Day and Labor Day. And for good reason – the weather is nice, all homes look better in the summer, and summer days are long enough for a jam-packed moving …
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7 Tips for a Seamless Spring Move
Planning to move to a new home this spring? While springtime is certainly one of the best times of the year to move, we know that moving is almost always stressful no matter the timing. From packing and planning to cleaning and decluttering, the process is never as simple as you think. Thankfully, we’re here …
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How Much Is It to Move to Another State? A Cost Breakdown
Moving out of the state is an exciting prospect. On the other side of the transition, all sorts of new things await you. There’s a new town to explore, new people to meet, and new places to play, eat, and relax when you move out of state. Before you can enjoy it, though, you’ve got …
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Packing a Move Day Bag for Kids and Pets
Moving with kids? Just like packing a Move Day bag for yourself, you’ll also need the bags for your kids and pets. The kids’ bag (or pack one separately for each child) could include: Their toiletries Medications Diapers Wipes A first-aid kit Clothing (including pajamas) Favorite toys Stuffed animals Extra bags for dirty diapers and …
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The Move Day Bag: Why You Need It and What to Pack
Whether you’re moving far or staying nearby, we recommend packing a ‘Move Day’ bag with all your essentials. This will help you stay organized and will help relieve moving day stress! Read on to find out what a ‘Move Day’ bag is, why you need one, and what you should pack inside. What is a …
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How to Manage Moving Stress in December
Moving is exciting, but it can also be stressful. In fact, a survey of 2,000 people found that moving is the most stressful life event – even more so than divorce or a breakup. And for good reason – even if you don’t identify as a homebody, having a place to relax at the end …
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10 Moving and Downsizing Tips for Seniors
For most seniors, downsizing is inevitable. Whether the goal is to decrease expenses, simplify lifestyles, or be closer to grandchildren, moving is the first step. The process, however, can be stressful and confusing. When you get organized beforehand it doesn’t have to become overwhelming. Here are our top 10 downsizing tips for seniors: 1. Give …
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Part 2: Purge Before you Pack for a Lighter Move!
In our August blog post we discussed the minimalist move and how best to prepare by planning and sorting. Now we move on to decluttering! Follow the general rules of decluttering. One of the most difficult parts of a minimalist move (and minimalism in general) is saying goodbye to things that you’ve carried with you for …
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