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Posts by Liz Starkey

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Steps to Take Before and After Moving to Keep Your Security Deposit

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A security deposit is the money that you give to the landlord of a rental property as proof that you intend to move in and also take care of the property you are moving into. The security deposit can be refundable or non-refundable. Before you move out in the case of a refundable deposit, the landlord will investigate the property to check if there are any damages before he or she can give you back your money. Often equaling an…
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Often Unexpected Moving Costs to Factor Into Your Budget

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While budgeting for moving expenses, there are some common fees that many people tend to overlook. Most of these unexpected costs come in the form of fees for extra services that don’t come standard when working with professional movers, and these additional services usually depend on individual circumstances as well as the kind of items that are in transit. One good example of such an extra service is moving items upstairs. If the building does not have an elevator, moving…
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Deciding What to Keep and What to Ditch Before a Move

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Moving is never fun. Whether its across town or across the country, moving is stressful, expensive, and a lot of work. Don’t make it harder on yourself. You don’t need to take everything you own with you. Consider this an opportunity to purge and finally throw out the things you never use or don’t really need. If you are hiring a company or doing the work yourself, the more you take the more expensive the move will be. Movers typically…
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Moving From The City To A Rural Area

Moving to a rural area is an exciting change for those looking for a slower pace than cities often offer. The change in lifestyle can be a challenge to begin with, but there are steps you can take to prepare. If you’ve been living in the city for years and you’re getting ready to move, below are some tips to help prepare for your new home. Get to Know Your Neighbors They may be a few miles away, but moving…
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New Year, New City: Suggestions to Make Your Move Easier

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A brand new calendar year can be an amazing “excuse” to do different things. It can be an exhilarating opportunity to move to an entirely new city and begin afresh as well. If you’re planning on going forward with a long-distance move for 2021, you should do anything you can to make the experience as hassle-free as possible. The good news is that there are all sorts of things that you can do to prepare for a relocation project that’s…

Transporting Your Vehicle for a Long-Distance Move

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Whether you’re moving to a new city or across country, moving your vehicle is no easy task. Driving your vehicle on your own can be very tiring when traveling to a new location hundreds or even thousands of miles away, especially if you have kids or are traveling with a favorite pet. It’s even more difficult if you need to transport multiple vehicles to your new home. Depending on how far the new location will be, you might want to…
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Moving Tips for Single Parents

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Being a single parent is already a tough job to take. Adding to that tough job by moving as a single parent takes a lot of courage, and planning. Luckily, there are a few tips you can look at for guidance when you are moving with kids and you’re a single parent. Prepare Your Kids for Moving The best way you can start this off is by explaining to your child that you are moving. Explain to them that you…
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Essential Items People Forget on Moving Day

When moving from one home to another, a common mistake most people make is leaving essential items behind and possibly even losing them on moving day. Some of these items that are commonly forgotten are essential to everyday use and cause a lot of problems once they go missing. Read on to learn about easily forgotten essentials so you can remember to bring them on your own moving day. Batteries Without batteries, you won’t be able to power things from…
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What Should and Shouldn’t Go in Storage Between Homes

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Everyone dreams of a perfectly timed, seamless move where your lease ends as your new one begins. As great as it would be if you are able to sell your previous home the same week you close on another, this does not always happen in practice. It is not uncommon for there to be gaps between homes where you might have to stay in a temporary space that doesn’t allow for all of your furniture and belongings. One convenient option…
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Preparing to Relocate During the Action-Packed Holiday Season

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It can be tough to go forward with a move at any normal time of the year, but it can be particularly hard to do so during the often chaotic and busy holiday season. If you want to simplify tackling a holiday move of any kind, then the first thing you should do is hire reputable professionals who can assist you. Tackling a holiday move independently may prove to be too much for most people. Take the Weather Into Consideration…