In most states a “local move” or “intrastate move” is based on time so if you get your quote over the phone there is certain information that your local moving estimator should gather. A visual “onsite” estimate is usually more accurate but for small moves like studio or one [...]
Whether you have recently moved into a new home, or are relocating in the near future, your child should be comfortable with the concept of starting a new school. This can be very stressful, so you want to make the transition as easy as possible on your kids or teens. [...]
A delay in your move can add to the stress of the relocation process, but delays are very common and do occur. With today’s economy, there are certain circumstances that can occur that are out of your control. If you are better prepared for them, you can make matters [...]
As kids grow into teens, they are more likely to experience sadness, anger or depression when moving away. Research shows that teens spend at least 1/3rd of their day with friends and peers between schools, activities, and just hanging out. This is one of the toughest changes they will [...]
When a friend moves away it can be devastating on a child. When I was growing up, my best friend who lived next door, moved far away. The separation was hard and I always wondered what she was doing. We were able to reconnect 20 years later, but I wonder [...]
Babies too can sense if there is stress around them, so the key to moving with an infant is to make things as smooth as possible. It is important that you as a parent formulate a plan and prepare yourself by eating right and getting plenty of rest in the [...]
In this section, we will cover some safety tips to help keep your home a safe place for your children after you have moved in, whether you use local movers, long distance movers or do it yourself. Use Gates that Cannot Easily Come Open: Make sure your gates are secure. If placing [...]
When you move into a new home, there are many things you can do to ensure your child’s safety and the following are some simple tips to avoid accidents and serious injury or death. First we will cover some gadgets and their uses. Many of these items can be [...]
Getting settled into your home can be a lot of work and exciting at the same time. Getting your priorities straight and settling down into your new living quarters should be done with a little less stress by having these helpful tips to follow; while making sure all your bases are [...]
Moving into an assisted living or elderly community can be a challenging time for your parents or grandparents. By being supportive and strategic, you can ease the process for your loved ones. Below are some helpful tips to assist with making the moving process a little easier, whether you [...]
