Your big move is finally completed. All of your belongings are delivered safe and sound, your NYC movers have done an excellent job and the whole moving process went better than expected. There are no lost or damaged items, everything's in perfect condition. You just need to figure out how to arrange and decorate your new space. Also, if your new place is smaller than the previous one, you will need to organize your belongings so that each item fits. Adjusting to the idea of downsizing may be challenging, since you need to decide where to store all those items that don't fit, how to accommodate your guests and how to make your … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2016
Moving with a teenager
Moving to another city and leaving behind familiar surroundings and loved ones is difficult for everyone, especally for teenagers. They are likely to get upset and angry when you mention the news of the move that is about to occur. Making your teen children accept the idea of an imminent move is not easy at all. Actually, it takes a lot of patience and empathy to make them realize why this decision is very important for each family member and how exactly it is going to affect your lives. Susceptible teenagers may find this decision a real disaster, so you need to find a way to help them deal with the upcoming changes. How to … [Read more...]
How to save time on your move
Making the most of your time is an essential aspect of a household move. Saving time means saving yourself from additional stress and unnecessary moving expenses. A household move requires a lot of effort, time and energy, so make sure you have an appropriate approach. The outcome of the move depends on how much time and energy you have invested in it. Unless you have decided to move all of a sudden or you are forced to, the following tips may be helpful during the moving process. Moving to a new house is a life-changing decision which needs your full attention and dedication. - Create an efficient checklist in order to … [Read more...]
Moving house while pregnant
Moving to a bigger and more comfortable house is a reasonable decision if you are about to become a parent. Upgrading your living space is an expected step when you are expecting. Future parents usually want to prepare a safe and comfortable environment for their child. Although moving to a new, bigger and prettier house has a lot of positive aspects, future parents are usually not sure whether it is completely safe to move house while pregnant. A household move has proven to be very daunting and stressful under normal circumstances. Parents-to-be don't want to put at risk well-being of their unborn child and they want to take … [Read more...]
How much money should you save before the moving day
Moving can be very expensive undertaking you should be prepared for in advance. Even a local move requires certain amount of savings, so you should calculate your moving budget and include all the tasks that should be covered throughout the move. So, try to save as much as possible before the moving adventure starts. How to calculate moving costs - Evaluate your income and calculate how much you can set aside on a monthly basis. - Are there any unfulfilled obligations or overdue debts in your current home? If you leave the house/apartment in a good condition, you should be entitled to get your security deposit back. - … [Read more...]
Sharing your living space with a roommate
The moment you decide to leave your family home in order to pursue your career or find better education options, you will have to actively take control of your life. Having a whole apartment only for you seems very appealing, but unfortunately not everyone can afford to buy or rent an apartment only for him/herself. Depending on your lifestyle and standards, you might not be able to pay bills and rent and therefore, you may be forced to share your living space with the roommate. On the other hand, some people simply can't get used to living alone, so they opt for having a roommate. Whatever the reason for your decision is, you … [Read more...]
Moving From NYC to Fort Lauderdale
The Sunny Side of Leaving NYC for the Beach Fronts of Fort Lauderdale Moving from the congested streets of NYC to a beach view in Fort Lauderdale is a big change in scenery and lifestyle. Former NYC dwellers are going to feel a difference in their wallet and their lifestyle as Fort Lauderdale movers help them to settle into this city located on the sea. Yet once you adjust yourself to this sunnier slice of life, you’ll quickly find that moving to Fort Lauderdale from NYC was a glorious decision. The Cost of Living Compared to the prices in NYC, just about everything is cheaper in Fort Lauderdale, including a Big Mac. A person … [Read more...]
Is it time to move to a new city?
Moving to a new city may happen due to a variety of personal or business-related reasons. At certain point you may feel that you need a fresh start and to open a new chapter in your life. If you cannot decide whether it is the right time for you to move to another city and start over, check whether some of the following statements are applicable to your situation. They may indicate if you really need some major change in your lifestyle. - Feeling in a state of stagnation for a long time. If your life is becoming monotonous, you might feel the urge to break the monotony by introducing some major changes. Since the haircut change … [Read more...]
How to child-proof your move
Moving with children is more than a simple relocation to a new place. Other than taking care of all moving related tasks, you will need to keep your children safe all the time. Although most of those tips may seem obvious, being in the middle of hustle and bustle people are likely to forget some of them. How to handle kids while moving When facing a change children may become very difficult to deal with. Preventing them from hurting themselves during the relocation process can be a real challenge. Hopefully the following tips will help you figure out how to keep possibly dangerous situations and household accidents at bay. - … [Read more...]
Green guidelines for your move
No matter how intense and stressful you household move is, there is no excuse for being irresponsible or reckless towards your environment. If not planned accurately, moving usually happens to be unfriendly to the environment. How to protect your environment during the move There are plenty of ways to be environmentally conscious during your household move. - Reuse your friends' packing and moving supplies instead of buying lots of new boxes. Some of the cardboard boxes may withstand several uses. Also, check the boxes you have around you. Maybe some of them are just perfect for your move. Why don't you turn your empty shoe … [Read more...]
