When facing a family move everyone’s focused on how to help their kids cope with the relocation. The sooner your kids are on board with the moving decision, the smoother the transition will be. Before you start with preparations, be honest with your kids, talk about their expectations and changes they may incur down the road. As it turns out, there are lots of reasons why moving may make sense for the family. So, make sure to point out all the pros you will benefit from once you move to a new place. Normally, no two families will handle the family relocation the same way. Upsetting as moving can be for children, the entire … [Read more...]
How to avoid common roommate issues
For many NYC dwellers sharing a living space with a roommate is a common phenomenon. Starting an independent life and moving out of the parents’ home is a liberating experience all millennials are longing for. But, due to the high real estate costs, buying or renting a decent apartment only for yourself seems to be beyond the realm of possibility for many people. As a result, in order to live in a more spacious and conveniently located place, they choose to share it with one or more roommates. While it can be one of the most amazing experiences for young people, there are some potential downsides everyone should be aware of. … [Read more...]
Moving short distance – tips and tricks
As counter-intuitive as it may seem, moving short distance may pose lots of difficulties and challenges. Although your family’s routine won’t be radically altered by the local move, make sure to have a fool-proof plan in place. While the entire move a couple of blocks away may seem like a straight-forward process, there are certain steps that apply both to local and long-distance moves. As it turns out, people moving short distance happen to underestimate the time, costs and efforts required. As a result, it can be tempting to cut moving costs by performing a self-move. But, no two short-distance moves are the same and its … [Read more...]
How to make moving announcements
Breaking the news about the upcoming moving project is never easy. Whether you are planning a residential or an office move, take the time to let your closest friends, relatives and coworkers know that you’re moving. It comes as no surprise that leaving behind your loved ones is one of the toughest aspects of a household move. So, at least, you may want to keep them up-to-date when it comes to your moving plans and arrangements. Many of them would probably like to help you out with the move, so try to figure out when is the right time to reveal your intentions. However, before breaking the news, be 100% sure that you are … [Read more...]
Large family moving
Transitions are challenging, especially if the entire family is subjected to the daunting process of moving house. Whether your new home is a few blocks away from your current location or you are moving to another state, relocating with a large family is anything but simple. Truth be told, a household move is one of the most dreaded activities and there are several good reasons for it: People have a hard time letting go Moving house and finding a new place can be expensive Large family moving causes a major routine disruption Getting all paperwork together seems like a never-ending process. Let’s face it, moving … [Read more...]
Is it time for a housewarming party?
Shortly after reaching your new home you may become unsure as to how to tackle unpacking process. When the initial excitement fades away you will probably start wondering how to turn an unfamiliar place into a comfortable and homey environment. It should come as no surprise that the entire moving process has left you both physically and emotionally drained. Chances are that you are eager to see the entire process through as soon as possible. However, you may want to embrace a less hectic pace now that you’ve finally reached your new place and plan your post-relocation activities. The fact that the hardest part of the move is … [Read more...]
Keeping your sense of humor when moving to another place
While we all hope for the best, moving to another place involves some unpredictable situations that may generate additional stress. The truth is that handling unforeseen challenges as well as the entire logistics of the move may bring about a lot of tension. But, does your moving experience really have to be stress-packed and overwhelming? Has it ever occurred to you that you can fight minor relocation troubles with a positive attitude and cheerfulness? By introducing some humor into your moving endeavor it will be easier for you to overcome moving challenges, especially if you surround yourself with positive people. You’ve … [Read more...]
Relocating into a walk-up NYC apartment
While you may be over the moon when preparing your NYC move, it’s important to adjust your expectations. Unless you base your budget on realistic income and expenditure numbers, you won’t be able to conclude your apartment hunting process successfully. Although relocating to a chaotic city like New York brings incredible possibilities for professional and personal growth, it’s always fraught with certain compromises and sacrifices. But, one thing is for sure: if you are moving on a tight budget, you are likely to compromise either on price or square footage/distance. When moving to a NYC apartment, chances are that you will be … [Read more...]
Are you looking forward to moving to the suburbs?
There’s a good deal of reasons why moving to the suburbs appeals to a growing number of city-dwellers. Having spent a lot of time weighing pros and cons of such a decision, people seem to prefer a less complicated way of life at some point. When it comes to choosing a place to settle down and raise a family, suburban areas apparently have a lot to offer. While living in a big city seems so alluring, transitioning to the suburbs from an urban area can be a huge revelation in terms of new possibilities and benefits. Being fed up with the busy lifestyle and day-to-day hassles, there’s a growing number of families and millennials … [Read more...]
Relocating a hot tub with specialty movers – everything you need to know
How many hours have you spent in your hot tub just relaxing and doing nothing? Having a private spa where you can unwind after a busy day at work is certainly rewarding. While purchasing and installing a hot tub was an exciting experience, planning to relocate it to another place is rather stressful. Although you must've been hoping that this wouldn't happen, you are now planning how to move your precious hot tub to another place. No wonder why so many people decide to leave their hot tub behind when moving given all the hassle involved. It's no secret that relocating some items is more expensive than purchasing the new ones at … [Read more...]
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